After Alyssa Alhadeff died in the Parkland shooting, her mother Lori turned first to faith, then politics. In honor of Alyssa, she took on the establishment and won a seat on the county school board.

Carmen Schentrup's death in the shooting turned her family into a force for action. While Carmen's brother and sister worked to sign up young voters, their parents lobbied for safer schools back home.

Firearms are a staple in Virginia's 5th Congressional District, an expansive area stretching from wine country through the majestic Shenandoah Valley – and a place of two minds on guns.

Through his art, parent Manny Oliver created a passionate tribute to the son he lost at Parkland – and became an inspirational force for students during the midterm elections.

Marjory Stoneman Douglas played a pivotal role in saving the Everglades. After the shooting, Parkland students embodied her determination and activism.