GVSD: Bomb Threat at Great Valley High School

Update Jan. 12 8:30a.m.—East Whiteland Police say that news releases concerning these types of incidents are handled by the school district, per an agreement made years ago.

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Parents and staff at Great Valley High School were notified Friday that the district became aware of a bomb threat against the school Friday morning.

"We take every threat seriously and immediately began the implementation of our Safety Plan," Superintendent Alan Lonoconus wrote in a letter to parents and guardians. "The issue was turned over to law enforcement officers who are working collaboratively with us around this situation."

This is a developing story. Malvern Patch has reached out to East Whiteland Police and the Great Valley School District communications office. Updates will be posted as information becomes available.