Update: Lockdown was lifted at 12:10 pm. Parents should follow school protocol for “reunification” or pick up of students.
Local law enforcement and the New Braunfels Fire Department are on campus at Canyon Middle School evaluating the scene after a lockdown was initiated at 9:10 a.m. following a threat.
Students and staff are safely locked inside their classrooms, the district said in a statement issued at 10:15 a.m.
There are no reports of gunshots, violence or injuries. Students are banned from using cellphones in classrooms so further information is not available.
The district dd not provide a reason for the lockdown or specify whether law enforcement was inside the building. “Reunification” information will be available as soon as law enforcement clears the scene.
New Braunfels police also are at the scene at 2014 FM1101.
Comal County Sheriff Mark Reynolds issued this statement around 10 a.m.:
“Following a reported threat at Canyon Middle School on FM 1101, there is a heavy law enforcement presence on campus.
Deputies with the Comal County Sheriff’s Office, along with officers from the New Braunfels Police Department, New Braunfels Fire Department, and other surrounding agencies are on scene and actively working the incident. An active lockdown is in place, and deputies are on campus.
At this time, there are no reports of gunshots and no reports of injuries.
We understand how frightening situations like this can be for parents and families. Please know that law enforcement and first responders are on site and working together to ensure everyone’s safety.
Please avoid the area while officers remain on scene and remain calm. We will continue to share updates as information becomes available.”
Canyon Middle School issued this statement at 10:45 a.m:
Lockdown is still active at Canyon Middle School. Local law enforcement officials continue to evaluate the scene. Students and staff are safe. There are no injuries. Reunification information will be available as soon as law enforcement gives the ‘all clear.’
What you need for Reunification: In order to pick up a student, parents and guardians MUST have a photo ID and be listed in Skyward as eligible to pick up the student. You will only be able to pick up your student. More information will continue to be provided.