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 Kansas (KS), the possession of guns, knives, and other weapons on school grounds is strictly regulated by both state statutes and federal law. Under the Kansas Personal and Family Protection Act, individuals with a concealed carry permit are generally allowed to carry concealed firearms. However, educational institutions have the authority to restrict or prohibit the carrying of weapons on their premises. For K-12 schools, the Gun-Free School Zones Act of 1990, a federal law, prohibits the possession of firearms within school zones, with certain exceptions for authorized individuals. Kansas law also prohibits the possession of weapons on school property, with specific statutes outlining the restrictions and penalties. Regarding post-secondary institutions, Kansas allows concealed carry on college campuses for those who are 21 years of age or older and have a valid concealed carry permit. However, individual colleges and universities may have policies that further govern the carrying of weapons on their property. It's important to note that while older students on college campuses may be eligible for a concealed carry permit, this right is subject to both state law and the policies of the specific educational institution.