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Threat written in CHS bathroom prompts early dismissal; police, SRO and administrators investigate
Summary
A threat found written in a Concord High School bathroom led to an early dismissal at 1:30 p.m., cancellation of after-school activities and a police presence; the district is reviewing video and forensics and has asked for increased patrols.
A threat written in a Concord High School bathroom on April 7 prompted school officials to dismiss students early at 1:30 p.m., cancel after‑school activities and call local law enforcement, the student representative and the superintendent told the Concord School District Board of Education.
Student Van McKenna reported to the board that the written threat resulted in the dismissal and the cancellation of the National Honor Society induction scheduled that evening, which was to induct “over 50 new juniors for next year.” McKenna told the board that school and local law enforcement responded and that the incident served as a reminder about staying alert.
The superintendent and staff said the school resource officer (SRO) and administrators reviewed hallway video, are comparing writing samples and are investigating. Superintendent said Chief Osgood was notified and sent additional patrols; the district also placed additional officers in schools for visibility and comfort. Transportation staff and school administrators worked to get buses and special-education vans in place so students could be dismissed safely; one out‑of‑district bus from Deerfield arrived late and staff coordinated care until it arrived.
The superintendent said the investigation is ongoing and that consequences for the perpetrator will be “severe” if a responsible party is identified. Staff emphasized the disruption affects the whole school and the district will debrief its response procedures.
Why it matters
Threats of violence at schools trigger safety protocols, law-enforcement involvement and community concern. The district said it would continue to investigate and to provide updates to families and the board.
Follow-up
District staff said they will continue the investigation, review evidence and coordinate with police. The superintendent said she would debrief staff and bring any lessons learned to the board.
