Pennsbury Takes Precautions For ICE Walkout Friday

FAIRLESS HILLS, PA — The Pennsbury School District is taking precautions ahead of an ICE protest by high school students on Friday due to some social media reports.

In an email to Pennsbury High School families, Schools Superintendent Thomas A. Smith and High School Campus Principal Reggie Meadows have decided to move the planned student-led protest indoors.

School officials said all students will be transported across campus via shuttle bus during class changes.

"This decision was made out of an abundance of caution in response to unsubstantiated rumors circulating on social media," school officials said. "The district has not received any direct threats."

School officials said district security and the Falls Township Police Department will maintain a strong presence on the PHS campus throughout the school day.

No one other than students and district personnel will be permitted on the high school campus on Friday, school officials said.

"As previously shared, our District remains committed to safeguarding the safety and education of all students while respecting their constitutional rights," school officials said. "We are also dedicated to providing families with timely and accurate information regarding safety matters when they arise."