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 Utah, firearms and other dangerous weapons are generally prohibited on K-12 school grounds, in accordance with state law and school district policies. This prohibition is in line with the federal Gun-Free School Zones Act, which bans the unauthorized possession of firearms in school zones. However, Utah law allows individuals with a valid Concealed Firearm Permit (CFP) to carry concealed firearms on the campuses of public and higher education institutions, which includes colleges and universities. This means that eligible older students, faculty, and visitors who have obtained a CFP can legally carry a concealed weapon on college campuses. It's important to note that private institutions may have their own policies regarding firearms on their premises. Additionally, the carrying of knives and other weapons may be subject to different regulations and should be reviewed in the context of both state statutes and specific school policies.