Safety Update 9/13/24

Dear McSwain Community,

We are aware of rumors circulating on social media throughout California and in the Merced/Stanislaus County area regarding potential violence at schools today. These messages consist of screenshots originating outside our community and are not specifically related to any school in Merced or McSwain.

This is part of a viral trend affecting schools and districts nationwide. Local law enforcement, in collaboration with other agencies, has determined that these are not credible threats to any school in our area or McSwain.

At McSwain Union School District, we take every potential threat seriously and remain vigilant.

As part of our daily safety protocols, all visitors to campus are required to check in through our RAPTOR ID system. This mandatory ID check helps verify each visitor’s identity and ensures a more secure and controlled environment, discouraging potential threats.

The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our highest priority. We will continue to keep you informed through ParentSquare should any new information arise. Please take a moment to remind your child that any threat, or even the perception of a threat, should be reported immediately to a trusted adult on campus.

Thank you for your continued support.

Sincerely,
Superintendent Pannu