This morning we learned that schools across our state and nation are receiving anonymous “swatting calls” referencing active shooter situations in schools. Swatting calls are made to law enforcement or directly to schools, businesses, public libraries, or other entities where the public gathers. These calls are an attempt to trigger the dispatch of emergency services to a particular address.
Typically, swatting calls are coordinated with the intention to cause the greatest amount of chaos.
As of this email, our school has not received any of the reported swatting calls and we have been in touch with local law enforcement officials. If a threat were to be called into Xavier, we would treat it as a real threat and follow emergency response procedures.
Please know that all students and staff are safe – and learning and activities continue as normal in our building. Thank you for your support and partnership as we work to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for our students.
