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Taft High School Students Stage Walkout Over Safety Concerns

 
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Taft High School students in Chicago's Norwood Park neighborhood staged a walkout over safety concerns stemming from a social media threat.

A group of students walking out of a school building in protest.

Students at William Howard Taft High School in Chicago's Norwood Park neighborhood staged a walkout Thursday morning due to safety concerns. The walkout was sparked by a social media threat against students at the school, which officials said was not credible. The Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is also investigating alleged threats towards the school.

The walkout began after a student made a threat to the school online, which police said was not credible. Nevertheless, students at Taft High School said that whether the threat was real or not, they wanted to take action. Dozens of students took part in the walkout, and some of them were joined by supportive parents.

In response to the walkout, officials with Taft High School said they would reinforce the screening of students before they enter the school. They also said they will work to ensure the safety of students and staff at the school. The school has placed additional security guards and police officers on the premises since the walkout.

The incident at Taft High School is one of many recent threats towards schools across the country. Reports of school shootings, bomb threats, and other safety threats have become increasingly common in recent years. In response, many schools have implemented new protocols and security measures in order to better protect students and staff.

In addition to increased security measures, schools are also implementing more proactive measures to prevent school violence and threats. These measures include mental health programs, anti-bullying initiatives, and more. Schools across the country have also been encouraging students to speak out if they see something suspicious or concerning.

The incident at Taft High School serves as an important reminder of the need for increased security measures at schools. It also highlights the importance of proactive measures to prevent school violence and threats. Schools must remain vigilant in order to ensure the safety of students and staff.

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