<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2gU4dr_1GzYzanQ00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2gU4dr_1GzYzanQ00" width="1200" height="600" >CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A third grader brought a gun to Oliver H. Perry School Tuesday, according to the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD).CMSD spokesperson Jon Benedict confirmed Wednesday that a third-grader brought a gun to the school.Benedict shared a statement on the incident and said that the firearm entered the school building due to “a lapse in required screening procedures.”19 News also obtained a letter from school principal Roy James that was sent to parents Tuesday.The letter said the firearm was seen by an adult and that CMSD safety and security personnel were able to seize and secure it.The statement from the school district said immediate action will be taken through the use of additional security personnel, the reinforcement of required metal detection and bag search procedures, and staff accountability.Benedict shared the following statement from CMSD:<blockquote>This is a serious incident that happened because adults did not follow our safety protocols. Those protocols work when they are followed, and those who do not follow them will be held fully accountable. Our investigation into the circumstances surrounding the firearm’s entry into the building identified a lapse in required screening procedures. These procedures are essential to protecting our school community, and we are addressing this matter directly. We are taking the following immediate actions:</blockquote>The letter from James also asked students’ families to remind their children that if they see a firearm, they should immediately inform an adult.James also wrote that school officials are reviewing safety and security measures at the school’s entrances to “ensure that thorough metal-detecting and appropriate search procedures are in place.”The following letter was sent to O.H. Perry families:<blockquote>Dear O.H. Perry Families,I am writing to inform you of a security issue that took place earlier today at OH Perry.A scholar came to school today with a firearm. Fortunately, no one was injured. The weapon was seen by an adult, seized, and secured by CMSD Safety &amp; Security Personnel. The Cleveland Division of Police was immediately notified and responded. They are in contact with the student’s parents and will investigate the incident.We are relieved that everyone is safe. However, the potential for a much more serious incident existed, and I wanted to share the information and our concern with you. As a result of this incident, we are immediately reviewing the safety and security measures at our school entrances and to ensure that thorough metal-detecting and appropriate search procedures are in place.In addition, please reiterate to your child that firearms are extremely dangerous and absolutely cannot and must not be brought to school. Additionally, please remind your child that, if they see or are shown a firearm, they should immediately inform an adult. We will also be emphasizing this message to scholars.The safety and well-being of our scholars and staff remain the District’s highest priority. We are committed to maintaining a safe, secure, and supportive learning environment for all.Roy James, Oliver H Perry Elementary School Principal</blockquote>Cleveland police also confirmed the incident and said that CMSD police are handling the investigation into it.</div></body>

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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A third grader brought a gun to Oliver H. Perry School Tuesday, according to the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD). CMSD spokesperson Jon Benedict confirmed Wednesday that a third-grader brought a gun to the school. Benedict shared a statement on the incident and said that the...

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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A third grader brought a gun to Oliver H. Perry School Tuesday, according to the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD). CM

CMSD cites screening lapse after third grader brings gun to school

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