A student brought pepper spray to Treadwell Elementary, causing 30 children to fall ill; no injuries reported, and it serves as a teachable moment on school policies.

Today at Treadwell Elementary School, a student brought pepper spray to school and used it in the cafeteria. This led to 30 children falling ill due to exposure to the pepper spray. The District's safety security team and law enforcement were alerted, and medical professionals checked the affected students. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The school is handling the situation according to State law and District policy. This incident is being used as a teachable moment to reinforce the message that neither pepper spray nor mace are allowed on school property.

January 30, 2024
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