On Wednesday Evening, October 29, 2025, parents and guardians of Washington County, Florida School District students received the following:
Good evening, parents,
We apologize for the late hour of this message, but we want to keep our parents and students informed.
Late this evening, two Vernon Middle School staff members received concerning messages, and we immediately began working with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Law enforcement is actively investigating, conducting a precautionary sweep of the school, and there will be a heightened law enforcement presence at schools throughout the entire district tomorrow.
As always, our priority is the safety of our students and staff, and we trust our parents to make the best decisions for their children.
We will have school tomorrow and respect whatever decision you make regarding your child’s attendance. Superintendent Register and Sheriff Crews will continue to work tirelessly to determine the origin of these messages and are committed to protecting the safety of our children while preserving the integrity of their education.
