<p>^^^I admit that I am totally speculating. I can’t imagine why a principal would have mentioned Sandy Hook as any kind of explanation when the dad visited. But it was tied in to the issue- I was just trying to imagine how it could even be related in any conceivable way.
I also assume it was an excuse. But it’s also possible that the events of the previous week did make the principal more skittish about what she saw as disruptive behavior.
All speculation.</p>
<p>I’d actually be more understanding of the principal’s reaction if that were the case.</p>