Guns, knives, and weapons are generally prohibited on school grounds, as provided by school policies and state and federal laws.

Although children in grades 1-12 are generally not eligible for a concealed carry weapon permit, older students on college campuses may be eligible for a concealed carry permit (CCP) in some states—also known as a concealed handgun license (CHL), license to carry (LTC), concealed carry license (CCL), or concealed carry weapon (CCW).

A student’s right to carry a concealed weapon on school grounds may be governed by state and federal laws, as well as school policies.

In Florida, firearms, knives, and other weapons are generally prohibited on school grounds, including K-12 schools, colleges, and universities. This prohibition is in line with both state statutes and federal laws, such as the Gun-Free School Zones Act of 1990. Florida Statute 790.115 specifically addresses the possession of firearms and other weapons on school property, making it a felony to possess a firearm or other weapon on school grounds, school transportation, or at school-sponsored events, with certain exceptions for law enforcement and other authorized personnel. While Florida does issue concealed carry permits to individuals who meet the eligibility criteria, these permits do not typically allow the carrying of concealed weapons on the grounds of primary or secondary schools. However, Florida law does allow for concealed carry on college campuses by individuals who are not students, faculty, or employees, as long as the firearm is securely encased or is not readily accessible for immediate use, and the individual is in compliance with all other state laws. It's important to note that individual schools and school districts may have additional policies that further restrict weapons on their premises. Students who are eligible for a concealed carry permit and wish to carry on college campuses should carefully review both state laws and the specific policies of their institution.