Crime & Safety

Teacher Injured During Fight At Cheltenham HS

BREAKING: At least one teacher was injured during a student brawl at Cheltenham High School Wednesday. Classes are continuing as scheduled.

CHELTENHAM, PA -- At least one teacher was injured during a student brawl at Cheltenham High School Wednesday, the school district confirmed. The extent of the teacher's injuries are not yet known.

The incident involved four female students and occurred at about 7:30 a.m., the school district said.

The students were removed from the school after the fight. Counselors and representatives from the Student Services Department were made available for students, the district said in an email sent to parents.

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The school was not locked down after the fight, and classes and after school activities are continuing as scheduled.

"At present, Cheltenham High School remains safe and calm," the district said in a statement.

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Police are investigating the incident.

This is a breaking story. Check back for more information as it becomes available.

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