Keeping Students Safe At MMS
Published on Dec 7, 2015 09:10

Good Morning Families,

CARES teachers began today by talking with our students about the following announcement which I shared with asll students this morning: 

On Friday, December 4, Superintendent Joe Zydowsky informed all teachers, staff members and families in our school district about a specific threat-like message written somewhere in Menomonie High School several days ago.  Apparently, this message threatens the safety of others and includes a specific date, time, or place.  Messages like this may simply be a form of angry graffiti.  However, because we cannot know for sure, we must take the threat seriously.  We are making decisions about how to keep everyone safe while this message is investigated.

This threatening message is considered a crime.  Police investigators are currently investigating this crime.  The person or person(s) responsible will be facing serious consequences.  If this crime is not solved by Wednesday, December 9 , schools may be closed on this day.  It is important to know that this day will be "made up" by students and staff members.

Meanwhile, your individual safety and collective safety as a study body is our number one priority.  For this reason, all teachers and staff members will be on "high alert." You may find doors locked that were not locked before and other such supervision.  Students will not be allowed to carry backpacks between classes as an added measure of safety. 

We must realize that public locations may always pose a potential for danger.  If we go to the mall, the grocery store, or the gas station - it is possible danger is near.  Our public schools are "as safe" if not "safer" than most public places.  Your CARES teachers are ready to talk with you this morning to answer your questions or listen to your concerns and/or ideas.  We are all working hard to keep you safe today and every day.

Principal Everson

Attention Parents:  Local law enforcement is working with the School District of the Menomonie Area to increase security in our schools.  If you have questions about this investigation or the safety of your child or the safety of someone's child, do not hesitate to contact me.  715-232-1673 Extension 30104 or 715-505-4345