We Take Moment To Remember

Hero Spotlight

At Kit in Every Classroom, our mission goes beyond providing essential bleeding control kits to schools; it’s about recognizing the heroes among us who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Today, we take a moment to remember and honor a few select heroes whose bravery and selflessness in the face of unimaginable adversity have left an indelible mark on our hearts. Though the list of heroes is long, we want to shed light on these incredible young individuals who have inspired us all.

  • TATE MEYER

    During the Oxford school shooting, Tate Meyer sacrificed himself to try to save his classmates on November 30th, 2021. Charging and tackling the shooter gave vital time for his classmates to escape to safety. After being shot multiple times, Tate died in a patrol car rushing to the hospital. He was a talented student athlete, and a hard working respectful young man.

  • REX ENGELBERT

    Rex Engelbert (left) and Michael Collazo (right) bravely entered the Covenant elementary school with one other officer. Quickly clearing the building looking for the threat, these heroes moved through the school looking for the shooter. Running towards the sound of gunfire, the officers found the killer shooting out of a upper story window. Without hesitating, they opened fire, putting an end to the violence.

  • MICHAEL COLLAZO

    Rex Engelbert (left) and Michael Collazo (right) bravely entered the Covenant elementary school with one other officer. Quickly clearing the building looking for the threat, these heroes moved through the school looking for the shooter. Running towards the sound of gunfire, the officers found the killer shooting out of a upper story window. Without hesitating, they opened fire, putting an end to the violence.