Clairton responds to online reports of distressed student

TAYLOR BROWN
Senior Reporter
tbrown@yourmvi.com

The Clairton City School District issued a statement Monday addressing social media rumors involving a student reportedly in distress.

In a letter to families, Superintendent Dr. Tamara Allen-Thomas confirmed that 911 was contacted as a precaution and school administrators acted quickly to ensure everyone’s safety.

“We are relieved to share that no students were in danger at any time,” Allen- Thomas stated. The district emphasized that it takes an...

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