News Summary
Jenkins High School was placed on precautionary lockdown due to a report of a possible weapon on campus. Savannah-Chatham County school officials confirmed that no weapons were found, and the lockdown was lifted after ensuring student and staff safety. This follows a prior lockdown prompted by the discovery of shotgun shells. The school district emphasizes safety protocols to protect the school community and encourages vigilance and reporting of any suspicious behavior.
Savannah, GA – Jenkins High School was placed on a precautionary lockdown on the morning of Thursday, August 14, 2025, due to a report of a possible weapon on campus. The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System (SCCPSS) confirmed the lockdown in an official statement issued at 2 p.m.
The lockdown followed a report claiming that a student was spotted walking around the school with a weapon. Responses from campus police were prompt, as they conducted a thorough search of the premises to ensure the safety of all students and staff.
No weapons were found during this investigation, and authorities determined the threat to be non-credible. School activities resumed normally after the lockdown was lifted around 12:02 p.m., minimizing disruption to the educational environment.
SCCPSS emphasized that precautionary protocols, such as lockdowns and safety searches, are standard procedures in response to reported threats. The district reiterated that the safety of students and staff remains a top priority.
Background Context
This incident follows a previous lockdown at Jenkins High School on August 7, 2025, which was initiated due to the discovery of suspicious shotgun shells found in a student’s pickup truck. In that earlier case, campus police confiscated a weapon, and the involved student faced disciplinary action in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct.
In light of these incidents, SCCPSS encourages students and staff to be vigilant and report any unusual behavior or potential threats. Several anonymous reporting resources are available for this purpose, including the School Safety Hotline at 912-234-2020 and the Sandy Hook Promise reporting app. These measures are designed to foster open communication and collective responsibility among the school community in ensuring a safe educational environment.
Jenkins High School and SCCPSS highlight the importance of preparedness and responsiveness to ensure safety on campus, urging everyone to remain aware of their surroundings and report concerns without hesitation.
As the district continues to navigate these safety challenges, they remain committed to maintaining a secure and supportive atmosphere for learning and development.
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Additional Resources
- WJCL: Jenkins High School Lockdown
- Wikipedia: School Safety
- Savannah Now: Jenkins High School Lockdown Update
- Google Search: Jenkins High School Lockdown
- WSAV: SCCPSS Statement on Jenkins Lockdown
- Encyclopedia Britannica: School Violence
- WTOC: SCCPSS Addresses Jenkins Lockdown
- Google News: Jenkins High School Incidents
- Savannah Now: Details on Gun Found at Jenkins
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