I can split hairs, too. If you follow the logic that a finger is an instrument because the 3rd definition in the Free Dictionary lists an instrument as an "implement to do work", then every one attending the school is breaking the rule. Any finger is a "concealed instrument" just waiting to be put into the gun imitating configuration.

Students could be flashing their concealed instruments behind their backs. The horrors!
There is a solution. Someone in the school should have to accept responsibility from creating and maintaining this policy. When that individual is located, there should be a public flogging.
It sure would cut down on the likelihood of additional absurd policies.