School Dismissed at White Knoll High After Bomb Threat

School officials dismissed students at White Knoll High Monday morning after receiving what law enforcement officials believe was a prank bomb threat, a spokesperson for Lexington County School District One said.

"In light of everything happening across the world, we’ve decided to be extremely cautious and dismiss school," said Mary Beth Hill, chief communication officer for the district. 

After receiving the threat, the school notified the sheriff's department, accounted for every student on campus and evacuated the building, Hill said. 

Students who drive to school will get into their cars and leave immediately, she said. Buses will also leave immediately from the school.

Car riders have gone across the street and are waiting for their parents at Life Springs Church.

The district will post more information on the White Knoll High website later.