Alvord ISD Superintendent Dr. Randy Brown says all students and staff are safe.
Alvord ISD schools in Wise County was placed on lockdown after a report of an armed suspect on Thursday afternoon.The district says a law enforcement investigation is underway and there is a heavy law enforcement presence on all campuses.The district is asking all parents or visitors to leave the area around the school and head to the First Baptist Church.When the lockdown is lifted, all students who are on campuses will be transported to the church.
The school district says they are starting with elementary school students, followed by intermediate, middle school and high school.SKY 4 spotted several parents waiting at the church.Parents will need photo ID to identify themselves before picking up their student.Band performances and the baseball playoff game are continuing.
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