On Thursday, students will head back to classes at Windham Middle School. It was closed on Wednesday with students on edge after two threats in the past week.
“My daughter was pretty scared that day when she was texting me to come and get her,” Diana Rodriguez of Windham, said.
Rodriguez’s daughter is a sixth grader at the school, which dealt with a social media threat this weekend and another threat on Tuesday.
“I want to know what’s going on. And I’m glad this is happening,” Rodriguez said.
Rodriguez was among a few dozen parents hoping for answers during a meeting with police and school leaders on Wednesday.
“I want to ensure you that your son or your daughter are safe in this school,” Dr. Patricia Garcia, Windham Public Schools superintendent, said.
Garcia told people that those involved in the threats won’t be on campus when school resumes.
Amanda Tashea has a son in seventh grade.
“He said it was a little stressful. He felt that not knowing exactly what was going on and hearing different rumors,” Tashea said.
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On Wednesday, the district tried to calm nerves, including addressing concerns it hadn’t acted fast enough to fully explain the situation to families.
Police talked about their investigations which ended in two arrests.
On Thursday, students will have the chance to talk with school administrators, police and social workers.
There will also be an officer at the school for the rest of the week, as well as increased patrols at all of the districts’ schools.
Next Monday there are more community meetings scheduled. Parents can learn about long-term safety plans at the schools and the responsible use of social media.
