LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Centennial High School said a student was arrested Monday morning for an incident involving fireworks in the school's cafeteria.
The Principal of the school, Keith Wipperman, said in a message to school families that police have arrested the student.
"While we cannot discuss individual student matters," Wipperman said in the message. "All CCSD policies are being followed, and appropriate disciplinary action will be taken."
The principal continued saying that students who attend the school may have been affected by the incident, and that counseling at the school is available to reach out to.
"Clark County School District has additional mental health services available should your child need them," he said.
Wipperman also asks parents and guardians to talk to their student attending the school about "ramifications of breaking 'Student Code of Conduct'."
The whole message can be found here:
Centennial High School families,
I would like to provide an update regarding this morning’s incident in the cafeteria involving fireworks. Police have arrested a student in connection with the incident. We understand that the events of today may have affected your child and they may need someone to talk to. Please have them reach out to their counselor if they need assistance. Clark County School District has additional mental health services available should your child need them.
While we cannot discuss individual student matters, all CCSD policies and procedures are being followed, and appropriate disciplinary action will be taken.
As I mentioned in my previous communication, I am asking that parents and guardians talk to their student about the ramifications of breaking the Student Code of Conduct.
Should you have any questions about your child, please feel free to call us at 702-799-3440.
Thank you.
Keith Wipperman
Principal
Centennial High School
