Dover High School students dismissed early after bomb threat

DOVER, Del. – Capital School District (CSD) officials say students from Dover High School will be dismissed early following a bomb threat on Wednesday morning.

At 11:17 a.m., school officials said Dover High was on lockdown, and that the building was being evacuated while police searched the building.

An hour later, CSD announced that Dover High School students would be dismissed early following the threat reported earlier. Officials added that Dover Police contiunue to search the building, a process expected to take approximately two hours. All Wednesday after-school activities have been canceled.

“We understand that this situation is concerning for families, and we appreciate your patience and cooperation,” CSD said in a message posted to social media. “We will share additional updates as more information becomes available.”

One buses complete student pickups, parents and guardians of car riders will be contacted. Walkers will be dismissed last. Families are asked to keep the campus and surrounding roads clear so emergency personnel can continue their work, and buses can transport students home.