Rising School Threats Prompt Heightened Security Measures

Georgetown County School District has reported a dozen threats just over a month into the school year, reflecting a rising trend in student threats over recent years. In Waltham, Massachusetts, a 17-year-old student was arrested for possessing a realistic-looking BB gun on school grounds, prompting a brief lockdown. Similarly, a 15-year-old at Elgin High School in Illinois was arrested for bringing a gun and ammunition to school on the same day as a deadly shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia, where a 14-year-old killed four people. The incidents have led to increased police presence and safety measures in schools across various states. Counseling services and anonymous tip lines like SafeOregon are being utilized to mitigate and address potential threats.