Extra Security At Shaker Schools After Vague Threat

SHAKER HEIGHTS, OH — Police are investigating a social media threat that was directed at an unidentified school. The Shaker Heights Schools are operating on a normal schedule today, but with heightened security in place.

The district said in a message to families that it will be coordinating with the police department throughout the week. "The District and Police Department take the security of our children and staff very seriously," the district said in a statement.

"The District takes every threat seriously and will not tolerate disruption of our learning environment. Our Police Department, with assistance of the FBI when necessary, will attempt to identify any individual who engages in this kind of activity," the district said in its message. "Please understand that anyone who threatens our schools will receive the necessary support services; however, will be prosecuted, and will never step foot inside the Shaker Schools again."

Solon High School also investigated a vague social media threat, though it's unclear if the two districts were looking into the same post. Solon Police said a threat directed at a school with the initials SHS has been getting spread online, prompting safety concerns in Ohio and throughout the nation.

Solon deemed the threat to be not credible, but will still have an increased police presence throughout the district and at Solon High.

"As always, we ask all parents, staff, children and community members to be alert to suspicious activity, and contact the school administrator and/or police immediately if anything unusual is observed or heard. We also encourage parents to monitor their child’s social media. Our counselors, administrators and teachers are trained to deal with social and emotional issues our students may be experiencing. Should you believe your student needs assistance, please contact an administrator at their school," the letter from Shaker Heights Schools concludes.

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