Wheaton, Illinois – Police are investigating an alleged threat at Wheaton North High School, prompting a secure and teach order Friday.
According to the City of Wheaton Government, the Wheaton Police Department responded to the school after a threat was called in. Officials said the school was placed on a “secure and teach” status while officers conduct their investigation.
Authorities emphasized there is currently no active threat to students or staff. The secure and teach protocol allows classes to continue inside the building while restricting movement in and out of the campus.
Due to proximity and out of an abundance of caution, Longfellow, Sandberg, Washington and Hawthorne schools were also placed on secure and teach status, according to police.
The Wheaton Police Department asked individuals to avoid coming to Wheaton North High School to allow officers to complete their investigation without disruption. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
School safety protocols such as secure and teach are commonly used during precautionary investigations and may affect dismissal procedures or campus access for parents and visitors.
The incident may be particularly relevant to students and young drivers navigating afternoon pickup traffic near the school.
No injuries have been reported, and the investigation remains ongoing.
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