'Uphill Battle' For Central High Security Measure

HINSDALE, IL – Hinsdale Central High School is facing an "uphill battle" in getting students to wear their school-issued lanyards and identifications, the school said Thursday.

The rule for students and staff went into effect after administrators closed the campus Sept. 21. The closure was in response to a threat found in a restroom stall at the school, authorities said.

The school asked parents to discuss school safety with their students, particularly wearing lanyards and IDs.

"The building leadership team and the Red Devil staff are addressing this matter, but it has been an uphill battle," the school said in its weekly email to the community. "The requirement of wearing the D86 lanyard and school ID is to take a simple step of assuring only Red Devils and authorized guests are on campus."

The school said the investigation into the Sept. 21 incident continues.

"While we cannot provide details of the investigation, we do appreciate the tips offered as well as encourage additional information people may have," the school said.

Anyone with information is asked to call Hinsdale police.