Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools issued the following announcement on Dec. 22.
Thursday, 8:05 p.m. school safety update (no known credible, imminent threats):
First, a word of appreciation for the students, families and school employees who have brought concerns regarding school safety to our attention this week. Earlier this week, what first appeared to be vague social media posts/comments related to one or two schools (but not necessarily a CHCCS school), now appears to be part of a larger national issue. Today, the Center for Safer Schools (part of the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction) informed us that several states have reported seeing warnings across TikTok related to violence in schools this Friday, Dec. 17. However, in consultation with local law enforcement, we have no reason to believe these are credible, imminent threats. We join the Center for Safer Schools in reiterating that there are no known specific threats to any schools in North Carolina.
That being said, you know how seriously we take all comments related to school safety. In working with our partners at the Chapel Hill and Carrboro police departments, we have arranged for an additional police presence at our schools tomorrow. We also ask for your assistance in discussing with your student(s) the seriousness of any communications or actions that allude to school threats in any way. Additionally, you may also use our anonymous tip lines if you see or hear about something that concerns you.
We appreciate your support in helping us provide a safe, caring environment for all of our students and staff.
Original source can be found here.
