Rumor Control at CHS

A lot of rumors are circulating among students and parents about a threat against CHS. The rumors started after several students were talking about "what if" scenarios and then began to name specific students as part of their made up scenario. The administration is aware of this and has been working with local law enforcement and parents on this matter. Since last Tuesday, we have been checking and double checking our information, taking phone calls, monitoring internet sites and interviewing students that have been identified in these rumors. Please understand. . .we have found NO credible information that there was ever a threat against this school. This was a rumor that started and has continued to gain momentum because some have chosen to use Facebook, texting and cell phones to discuss this serious matter.
We have absolutely no facts or information to support the rumors that are going around. Some students are growing alarmed because everyone is talking about it and making the situation worse. We know some students may be genuinely scared but we want everyone to think carefully about the facts and not base your fear on misinformation. As adults and teenagers, we all have a responsibility to help make our school safe. Joking about or making false accusations about threats in school or other students will not be tolerated.

As we announced last week, we welcome students, parents or staff who have concerns to discuss them with the administration. But generally, we are asking everyone to be responsible and show strong character by stopping the rumors and calling a halt to all comments and discussion that could falsely accuse or scare students. School safety is a serious matter and local law enforcement is involved.

Thank you for being responsible and helping us put a stop to these rumors.