Haverford High School released the following statement after an anonymous threat on Yik Yak led to a shelter in place Monday, January 5, 2015:

This morning a student at Haverford High School informed Dr. Jeff Nesbitt of an internet threat to the High School.  Dr. Nesbitt immediately followed district protocol by putting the school in Shelter In Place, contacting the local Haverford Township Police, and District Administration.

The Haverford Police worked with school and district officials to search the building.  The Police and Administration found no threat.

At 9:50 am, Shelter In Place was lifted and students resumed their normal school day. Three Haverford Township Police officers will remain on campus for the school day.

Haverford High School students and staff followed the safety protocol that they practice in drills throughout the school year. The Haverford Township Police will continue to investigate the threat.