A potential threat at Conneaut Area Senior High was investigated and found not credible, causing concern among parents and students.
It all started with a random Snapchat post from someone not connected to the school. A student saw it and told the administrators. Adam Jardina, the assistant to the superintendent, mentioned how frustrating these situations can be. It’s a real hassle for schools across the country.
Even though classes went on as usual, police officers were on campus all day to keep everyone feeling safe. Jardina emphasized that they just wanted to ensure the kids felt secure, even if the threat wasn’t real.
The school district posted about the incident on Facebook, but it didn’t go over well. People were upset and left a ton of comments, many asking why they weren’t notified sooner. One parent was particularly vocal, saying they shouldn’t have to hear about threats on social media.
Jardina acknowledged the criticism and explained that they have policies for these situations. If it had been a credible threat, they would have used their emergency notification system to alert everyone right away.
This isn’t the first time they’ve dealt with unfounded threats. Similar incidents happened in September, and the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General noted a spike in false threats shared online. These threats often aim to go viral, causing unnecessary panic.
It’s frustrating for everyone involved. Not only do these situations waste police resources, but they also make families question their safety when there’s really nothing to worry about. Jardina called it a “lose-lose situation.” It’s tough because even when the threat isn’t real, it still disrupts the school day and creates anxiety. They’re just trying to keep things calm and safe for the kids.
