Teachers in Danbury and across the state for that matter, are facing a surge in aggressive student behavior, with physical and verbal confrontations up 44% last school year. Threats climbed 32%, and property damage rose 21%, according to a state report. Now, a new law aims to calm classrooms and protect both students and staff. Educators say even young children are showing aggression, and mental health experts warn that stress, screen time, and home anxiety are fueling the problem.