Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Franklin Public Schools: Alleged Threats and Rumors

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT 
October 23, 2013 
Hello 
As you may have heard in the community or read in the local paper there have been rumors amongst our eighth- grade students about an alleged plan of a violent act against the Horace Mann Middle School community. These rumors began to circulate on Monday and increased in volume on Tuesday. The rumored threat was non-specific and the alleged threats were changing as the rumors were circulated in school, on buses and in the community.  Please be advised that no alleged threat has been substantiated. 
The Franklin Police were notified and are collaborating with school officials. Consistent with the district's crisis/emergency response plan the police were consulted and are continuing to investigate all rumors. Every measure has been taken to ensure we have a safe learning environment for our children. 
The situation in Nevada and now the sad event in Danvers, MA have served to reinforce anxiety about school safety. If your child is experiencing stress or anxiety over these situations our school counseling personnel are skilled to support our children. If you have concerns please contact your child's school to access our counseling supports. 
Thank You and Respectfully, 
Maureen Sabolinski
Superintendent of Schools
  

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