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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Message from Principal in Dec

Good morning Magruder High School Staff, Students, and Families,

The purpose of this letter is to provide an update on an ongoing concern regarding a threat toward our school that was reported last week.  On December 2, 2021, I wrote to you to share the outcome of our investigation with the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) and the MCPS Office of Systemwide Safety regarding an alleged threat. The investigation concluded that there is no credible threat.  However,there continue to be rumors and concerns circulated on social media and through word of mouth that indicate that the threat remains.

We continue to work with our police and security partners and it continues to be the determination that the student does not present a threat to our students and staff.  However, we will remain vigilant  and will respond immediately to anything related to this incident or any other safety concern. We appreciate the partnership, collaboration and attention provided to Magruder High School to thoroughly address this matter.

I want to encourage anyone who may see or hear something that threatens the safety of our school to say something to an administrator. The importance of this cannot be understated.   I made an announcement to the entire school this morning regarding this matter and the ongoing concern.  We have increased our security and adult presence throughout the school building to reassure everyone of our vigilance and commitment to safety.  I am sending this second message to the community to provide an update on this situation and request parent support in dealing with the threats and rumors that grow out of social media.  I am asking parents to have a conversation with your children regarding the importance of sharing information with a trusted adult but not contributing in a negative way by spreading unfounded rumors.  It is equally important that they do not take part in any activity that could be considered bullying or harmful to someone.  I fully realize the seriousness of this matter and school safety as a priority.  With your support and involvement, we will maintain a safe school environment.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to me or any member of the Magruder High School administration if you have any questions or concerns, at 240-740-5550.

Sincerely,
Dr. Leroy C. Evans[/quote]

Was this linked to Alston?

If so, it wlll be covered up and that info will never see the light of day.

Regardless of the source of the threat, they were on notice and should have responded far better than they did on Friday. The victim was not transported as quickly as possible (no siren!), other students were put at risk when the shooter was allowed to enter a locked classroom that was not even his class, etc. Student social media should have been monitored, it was hinted that Alston had indicated intent on his IG. They were on notice and the response failed by every adult but the nurse. [/quote]

No that was from one kid telling my kid he was going to shoot up thr school next Wednesday. Not same kid as this actual shooting. At that time, my child did alert an assistant principal. [/quote]

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