TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Tucson Unified School District is holding a virtual community meeting the evening of Wednesday, Sept. 18 to address the multiple social media threats that have been made against Tucson-area schools in recent weeks.
Registration is required for the meeting. According to the TUSD website, the session will be held virtually and will not contain a live question-and-answer session. TUSD says people will be able to submit any questions or concerns they have for the district upon registration.
TUSD says an FAQ section and a recording of the meeting will be available for those families unable to attend. They will also provide a livestream link this evening for those who wish to view the meeting in real time.
MEETING DETAILS
- Registration required: register at this link
- Virtual meeting takes place Wednesday, Sept. 18 | 5 - 6 p.m.
Days ago, TUSD Superintendent Dr. Gabriel Trujillo issued a statement to the community, saying whether or not the threats themselves are credible, the district will continue to work closely with law enforcement and engage a variety of strategies, including:
- Monitoring and controlling access to campus
- Providing clear instructions for emergency response
- Utilizing trained school safety staff
Trujillo encourages families to discuss online safety, report any threats they may see and to remain calm. View the superintendent's full statement on social media:
