ORANGE PARK, Fla. — A “confrontation between a student and a staff member” that happened Tuesday at Orange Park High School is under investigation, according to a message to families from the school’s Principal Nate Warmouth.
Warmouth said that the “isolated incident” is being investigated by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office and the Human Resources Department of Clay County District Schools.
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In Warmouth’s message, he mentioned that “rumors and videos often circulate quickly on social media” and said that the “safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our absolute highest priority.”
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office said the following of the incident to Action News Jax:
“We’re aware of this incident and it’s currently an active investigation. We have detectives looking into the circumstances surrounding it.”
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Here is the full statement that was shared with Action News Jax by CCDS:
“Clay County District Schools is aware of an incident that occurred today at Orange Park High School. The matter is currently being investigated by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office and the Human Resources Department of Clay County District Schools. Because this is an active, ongoing investigation, the district cannot comment further at this time.”
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Here is the full message of the robocall from Warmouth that was sent to families at 2:46 p.m.:
“Good afternoon, Raider families. This is Principal Warmouth calling with an important campus update.
“I want to make you aware of an isolated incident that occurred on our campus today involving a confrontation between a student and a staff member.
“We know that rumors and videos often circulate quickly on social media. Please be assured that our school day continued safely, and the safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our absolute highest priority. The matter is currently being investigated by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office and the Human Resources Department of Clay County District Schools. Once additional information is substantiated we will provide an update.
“Thank you for your continued trust, partnership, and support of Orange Park High School. Have a good evening.”
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