Waurika Public Schools Closed Due To Threat District Says

Waurika Public Schools Closed Due to Credible Threat

District Officials made the decision to close schools after receiving a credible threat.

Waurika Public Schools in Oklahoma have been closed today, February 28, 2023, due to a credible threat made against the district, according to a statement released by the district. All school activities, including classes, after-school programs, and athletic events, have been canceled for the day.

The Waurika Police Department is currently investigating the threat and working to ensure the safety of students and staff. The district is cooperating fully with the investigation and will provide updates as they become available.

Parents are asked to keep their children home and to stay informed about the situation through the district's website and social media channels.

In the meantime, parents are asked to keep their children home and to stay informed about the situation through the district's website and social media channels. The district will continue to monitor the situation and will make a decision about whether to reopen schools tomorrow after consulting with law enforcement and safety officials.

The safety of students and staff is the district's top priority.

The district's top priority is the safety of students and staff. The district is committed to providing a safe and secure learning environment for all students and will continue to take all necessary steps to ensure that students and staff are safe.