Multiple DeSoto ISD campuses cleared after safety concerns

DESOTO, Texas - Multiple DeSoto ISD campuses were placed on a temporary hold Tuesday morning over safety concerns at Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy.

The district says an unknown person called DeSoto Police Dispatch and made a threat. Officers were sent to KJTMA, as well as Cockrell Hill Elementary School, Woodridge Elementary School, and The Meadows Elementary to conduct a review out of an abundance of caution.

The campuses were cleared as of 9:20 a.m.

DeSoto ISD says no credible threats of concern were found and that students and staff are safe.

The district credited its campus safety planning for the quick response.

Heightened patrols will be at schools for the rest of the day Tuesday.

Counseling services will also be available for students at the Katherine Johnson campus.

DeSoto ISD asked parents and students to report any suspicious activity in the future.