The Current How one Tumbler Ridge teacher kept his students safe
Feb 13, 2026
Wade Deisman, criminologist and associate dean offering expert analysis on policing and firearms. Jarbas Noronha, Tumbler Ridge mechanical shop teacher who led students through a lockdown and evacuation. They recount barricading the shop, planning an escape, staying calm under incoming messages, police interactions, firearms permits and investigatory challenges. The conversation focuses on safety, procedure and community impact.
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Shop Class Lockdown And Barricade
- Jarbas Noronha heard gunshots when a student returning from his car reported them and the school's lockdown alarm sounded.
- He gathered 15 students, barricaded the shop doors with heavy tables and debated an escape plan via the garage doors.
Calm Rooted In Experience
- Noronha credits his calm, logical response to his science background and travel experiences in conflict zones.
- Prior exposure to high-risk situations helped him focus on protecting his 15 students above all else.
How To Exit Safely During A Lockdown
- Jarbas Noronha instructed students to exit one-by-one with hands up, no backpacks, after he opened the garage door to show police they were safe.
- He emphasized staying visible and avoiding sudden movement because police were on edge and the situation was critical.