Student and Parent Tip Leads To Discovery

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 24, 2023

Prior to the start of the school day, a student report led to immediate action on behalf of school officials
and the School Resource Officer at Martin Primary School. A student and parent reported that another
student on a school bus was potentially carrying a threatening object in a backpack. Because of the
report, an investigation and search was conducted at the school immediately, and a pair of sharp
kitchen scissors were discovered.

Principal Tracey Bell said, “We are thankful that a parent made contact with their child’s teacher to
provide the information that allowed our team to conduct a search. Thank you to the parent and
student who made this report. We need all parents, students, and members of the community to work
with us in this way to help us keep schools safe every day.”

Director of Schools Randy Frazier added, “We take every tip seriously. We need parents to talk with kids
about how to report safety concerns. We appreciate everyone in the community for working with our
schools to help keep students safe.”

Anonymously report a safety concern 24/7/365 by visiting the website weakleycountyschools-
tn.safeschoolsalert.com. The website provides the option to anonymously report via mobile app, text,
web, email, or phone.