"Dear Parents,

"Recognizing parents' rights and needs for timely and accurate information about student safety, I want to share with you an incident that occurred today at Ringgold High School.

"An incident regarding a weapon occurred at the high school today. I want you to have accurate information first.

"This afternoon, a student reported to a teacher that he discovered a weapon in the men's restroom near the front of the building. The teacher immediately contacted Executive Officer Colleen Spahr who secured the weapon in the security office safe. Upon investigation, it has been determined that this weapon belongs to another security officer within the district. Proper measures are being made to ensure nothing like this happens again.

"As with all matters of student safety, we have taken this very seriously and have acted accordingly. This is one area where I need your help. Please encourage your child to let a teacher, administrator, or any school staff member know if a situation exists which could ever place them or others in danger.

"Only by working as a school community in partnership with parents can we create and maintain the level of safety and security that we want for our children and that they certainly deserve.

"Sincerely, Jason Minniti, Ringgold High School Principal"