Knife Found After Fight At East Mecklenburg High School

CHARLOTTE, NC — A knife was discovered at East Mecklenburg High School Monday, according to school officials.

The following message was sent to parents:

"This is Rick Parker, Principal of East Mecklenburg High School, calling with an important message. A fight among multiple students occurred this morning resulting in two students having non-life-threatening injuries. Additional, law enforcement was called to ensure the safety and security of our students and staff. All students involved were searched by law enforcement and a student was arrested for being in possession of a knife. This is unacceptable behavior and a violation of the CMS Code of Student Conduct. Students who violate the code will be disciplined accordingly. As a precaution, we will be on a modified lockdown tomorrow, Tuesday, November 23rd.

Your child’s safety is the first among my priorities as principal of East Mecklenburg High School. I am committed to providing a safe and positive high school experience for all our students. Thank you to our students and parents who partner with us to make East Mecklenburg High School a great place to work and learn."

As recently as last week, there was a town hall discussing school violence after multiple fights, firearms and other weapons have been found on students at different schools.

School officials and school board members met with police and parents to discuss possible steps forward.

On the table are clear backpacks as well as metal detectors or metal wanding as students enter schools.

Clear backpacks could not go into effect immediately though because of international supply chain issues limiting their availability.

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