Update: The following message was emailed to KSS/Module Vanier families October 13:
Dear Kingston Secondary School (KSS) and Module Vanier Families,
We are writing to provide you with an update regarding this past Wednesday’s lockdown at KSS and Module Vanier.
Kingston Police responded to KSS after receiving a complaint regarding possible threats involving a student who may have been in possession of a weapon. These allegations were investigated, and no weapon was recovered. After further investigation it was discovered that no direct threats were ever made in relation to any weapon. No charges were laid as a result of this investigation.
Again, we appreciate the quick and diligent work of school staff to maintain safety and calm during the lockdown and to students for their diligent adherence to school safety protocols.
If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Principal Darren Seymour or the rest of the administrative team.
Sincerely,
Patty Gollogly
Associate Superintendent of Curriculum & Program Services:
School Climate & Community Engagement
Limestone District School Board
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October 11:
Dear Kingston Secondary School (KSS) and Module Vanier Families,
We are writing to inform you about an incident that took place at our school this afternoon.
At approximately 1:00 p.m., we received information that there was a potential inside risk to students and staff. School staff responded by enacting the Limestone District School Board’s emergency protocol by putting the schools into lockdown and contacting emergency services. Molly Brant Elementary School was also put into a Hold & Secure out of an abundance of caution. At 1:30 p.m., once police determined that there was no threat, the lockdown at KSS/Module Vanier and Hold & Secure at Molly Brant were lifted.
All students and staff are safe and resumed their regular schedule for the rest of the afternoon.
We appreciate the quick and diligent work of school staff to maintain safety and calm during today’s lockdown and to students for their diligent adherence to school safety protocols.
School staff and members of the Board’s Educational Services team are working together to provide any necessary counselling and support for students.
If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Principal Darren Seymour or the rest of the administrative team.