A devastating school shooting at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon, has left four dead, including three children and a young teacher. The 16-year-old shooter, identified as a former student, opened fire in a special needs classroom, using a shotgun purchased by his mother. In an act of heroism, a bystander, the armed father of two girls at the school, and a teacher intervened to stop the gunman, with the father ultimately shooting the attacker. The school will remain closed indefinitely as the community processes this unthinkable tragedy. Vigils have been held to honor the victims, and local leaders are calling for discussions on school safety and gun control. Parents and experts are advising on how to talk to children about the incident, as Bend grapples with the loss of its sense of safety.