The phrase "armed officers" refers to individuals who work in law enforcement or security and carry weapons like guns or firearms as part of their job. Full definition
It is unacceptable to propose spending money on firearms and additional armed officers in schools while refusing to invest in resources that will promote student safety. (aclusocal.org)
Besides putting armed officers in every school, the initiative by the state sheriff's association would shift the cost from local taxpayers to the state. (syracuse.com)
And even if they had, how could anyone anticipate opening the front door and being met with multiple armed officers for no reason? (cnbc.com)