INDIANAPOLIS — A teacher at North Central High School in Indianapolis was injured while trying to break up a fight between two students on Tuesday.
"It is scary, especially in the day and time we are living in now. It is really scary," Ashley Suggs, a parent whose child attends North Central High School, said.
"I read the information, and my first thought is to, usually reach out to my child and make sure he's okay," Ashley Warren, a parent whose child attends North Central High School, said.
An email was sent to North Central High School parents to inform them a physical altercation occurred between two students and a staff member intervened to try to de-escalate the situation but was injured.
"This post said that there was a teacher who was injured, and I think it mentioned having to be transported or go to the hospital or getting checked out. So that's another way layer of concern," Warren said.
Officials say the teacher is receiving medical treatment for the injuries and the students involved will “face appropriate consequences” in line with the school’s student code of conduct.
Parents WRTV's Amber Grigley spoke with said these situations are part of a bigger conversation with their children about making the right choices.
"I really tried to remind him to if he sees something, say something first and foremost, and to not do what a lot of children want to do, which is get close, get near, record, try to be all up in the mix," Warren said.
"We just have those conversations and are very upfront and honest with her, letting her know that if those things are happening, then you have people that you can go talk to about those things," Suggs said.
“Please know that maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff is our top priority, and we are taking all necessary measures to address this situation,” North Central High School said.
"Just stop and think, is it worth it, and think of other ways to get the same point across. I think that kids today really don't use their words. Sounds super easy, but communicate," Warren said.
The full email sent to parents is as follows:
Dear NC Parents/Guardians,
I am writing to inform you of an incident that occurred at our school today involving a physical altercation between two students in a hallway. All emergency protocols were immediately followed. Unfortunately, this incident was witnessed by multiple students, and a staff member who intervened to de-escalate the situation sustained an injury during the process and they are seeking medical support.
Both students involved in the incident will face appropriate consequences in line with our school’s student code of conduct. Please know that maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff is our top priority, and we are taking all necessary measures to address this situation.
We continue to emphasize the importance of students following directions and adhering to our school rules to ensure the safety and success of everyone in our community.
As a reminder, it is the shared responsibility of students, staff, and families to ensure that our school continues to be a safe place to grow and learn. WTS fosters a See Something, Say Something culture, as we know our students hear about potential disruptions and incidents prior to administration in many cases; thus, we ask you to continue to encourage your student to report potential unsafe situations they may hear about or see happening to any NCHS staff member or through ourMSDWT Anonymous Tip Line.Resources and additional support information are available on theMSDWT Safety & Security page.
Thank you for your continued support. Safety remains our top priority.