Jenks Public Schools Reassures Parents after Handgun Found in Student's Bag, No Disruption Reported

Jenks Public Schools confirmed that a student was taken into custody on Monday morning after bringing a gun to school.

In a letter to parents and staff saying that the Jenks Public Schools Police Department responded quickly and that there was never any disruption or threat to other students.

The student was reportedly taken into custody, and according to JPS officials, did not know the weapon was in their bag.

" Jenks High School, Freshman Academy, & Alternative Center Families,

Earlier this morning, JHS principals discovered a handgun in a student’s backpack. There was no threat to students or staff. Officers from the Jenks Public Schools Police Department responded immediately and placed the student in custody.

There was no disruption to the school day, and the gun was not seen by