10/15/2025
UPDATE:
📢 Safety Update — Threat Determined to Be a Hoax
The Sumter County School District was one of 47 counties across Florida to receive a “swatting” email threat last night. After a thorough investigation by law enforcement, it has been confirmed that this threat was a non-credible hoax.
There is no threat to our schools. While the message caused concern statewide, law enforcement agencies—including the FBI, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Homeland Security, and local Sheriff’s Offices—worked swiftly and collaboratively to ensure the safety of students and staff.
We want to extend our sincere gratitude to our local, state, and federal partners for their immediate response and continued commitment to school safety. We also thank our students, staff, and families for their patience and trust as we worked through this situation together.
Student and staff safety will always remain our top priority.
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From the Sumter County Sheriff's Office and the Sumter County School Board yesterday:
⚠️ District Safety Update
The Sumter County School District has been made aware of a possible threat to schools circulating through a “swatting” email thread. Districts across the State of Florida have received this same message.
While we do not believe this to be a credible threat, we are taking it seriously and working closely with our local and state law enforcement partners to keep everyone safe. Out of an abundance of caution, there will be an increased law enforcement presence on our campuses tomorrow to ensure the safety and security of our students and staff.
As always, we remain committed to transparency, vigilance, and the safety of our school communities.
