Howard County Cancels After-School Activities at Three High Schools Following Fight Rumor

Overview

• The Howard County Public Schools System canceled all afternoon and evening activities Wednesday at Atholton, Guilford Park and Hammond high schools.
• The move followed a reported rumor about a possible student fight that authorities began investigating.
• School Resource Officers launched the inquiry after HCPSS notified Howard County police of the situation.
• Police said they do not believe there is or was an active threat to any of the schools.
• Students slated for afterschool programs were dismissed using Family File departure methods, and community programs were also canceled.