This is an update from Willard Public Schools on an investigation of an anonymous message that was received by one of our Middle School staff members via email. The message stated, “Don’t come to school Monday.” Law enforcement and School Resource Officers were immediately notified and began an investigation. The investigation determined there was no credible threat behind the message; the individual was merely pulling a “prank.”

Contact has been made with the individual who sent the message, and appropriate action is currently taking place. While not credible, and while privacy laws prohibit us from discussing discipline of any specific individual, we can assure you that any person found responsible for making pranks or threats of violence will face consequences as allowable by both district policy and law.

We appreciate the concern and help of the individuals who have taken this responsibility seriously and assisted in its resolution.

We will issue future updates should there be a change in information that would necessitate we do as such. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

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