A social media post allegedly containing threats against Rainier Middle School was shared from one student to another began Sunday afternoon. This post began circulating among other students, and parents, throughout the day. Auburn Police and Auburn School District officials were quickly notified of the social media threat and began investigating.

Auburn Police Commander Mike Hirman confirmed Sunday that Auburn Police were aware of the threat. After investigating the post, police determined there was no credible threat. As with the threat earlier this year at Auburn High School, there will be an increased police presence at Rainier Middle School out of an abundance of caution.

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A letter was sent out to Rainier Middle School parents and staff members by the administration Sunday evening. The letter iterates the lack of a credible threat and reminds that at any time a student, staff or parent feels there is a threat of any kind they have multiple options to report it.

“Dear Rainier Families and Staff:
Today, 11/24/19, we learned about a potential threat circulating among students on social media. School administration immediately notified law enforcement to investigate.
Law enforcement is aware of the post and based upon their investigation determined there is no credible threat to students or staff. School operations will continue as normal on Monday. Out of an abundance of caution, we will have additional police presence on campus.
The ASD is committed to school safety. We appreciate those who reported the activity on social media. As a reminder, the ASD has an anonymous tip line to report any type of school issue.
The tip line is SafeSchools Alert and there are four ways to report any concerns:
Online: http://1258.alert1.us
Email: 1258@alert1.us
Phone: 855.790.9375
Text: 855.790.9375
Thank you for your support for the safety of students and staff.”