IMPORTANT MESSAGES: MONDAY, AUGUST 28, 2023

SENT AT 10:40 AM
Dear Parents and Guardians:
This morning, Burke County Middle School received bomb threats via phone.
As a precautionary measure and in accordance with policy, BCMS has been evacuated so the building can be searched. All students and staff are safe and accounted for.
We ask that parents and guardians do not come to the school at this time as the matter is actively under investigation. The Burke County School System and Sheriff’s Office take an extremely proactive approach in regard to student safety and will always act accordingly with the best interest of students and staff.
We will keep you updated as information becomes available. We appreciate your continued support of BCMS and the Burke County School System.

SENT AT 11:47 AM
Dear Parents and Guardians:
This morning, Burke County Middle School received non-credible bomb threats via phone.
As a precautionary measure and in accordance with policy, BCMS was temporarily evacuated so the building could be searched.
At the conclusion of the investigation, it was determined that Burke Co. Middle School had no credible threats. At no time were students or staff in any danger.
The Burke County School System and Sheriff's Office believe that all policies and procedures were followed correctly and we have all the necessary and reasonable safeguards in place to assure the security of our buildings and the safety of our students and staff.
We appreciate your continued support of BCMS and the Burke County School System.