Survey: Teens think schools are not safe

A nationwide survey indicates teens do not think schools are safe:

Students complained that metal detectors give the perception of safety without the actual protection. Reese, a recent graduate, said "a more concrete" system needs to replace Von Steuben High School's requirement that only every seventh student walk through detectors.

But the worst grade given, a "C-," reflected teens' perception of adults' ability to run the government.

Von Steuben graduate Lorell Pitts, 18, said most teens feel powerless because they can't vote, but still have to live with the decisions of those who can. He believes adults should show teens how to organize and speak out on issues.

"[Adults] need to recognize that they play a vital role in our lives," Pitts said.