Superintendent, Police Chief team up to deliver message on school threats

Image: Sioux Falls School District

SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) — Sioux Falls School and Police officials are fighting back against social media threats that are disrupting schools across the nation.  Superintendent Jane Stavem  and Police Chief Jon Thum released a joint statement on YouTube addressing the problem.

If you receive a social media message threatening a school, they say you should report it, and NOT re-post it.  Students who spread threats face school discipline and possible legal action.  You can view their YouTube message here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-znMTLcsgio