Overview
- Center Point Fire/EMS responded around 10:15 a.m. Thursday to Clay-Chalkville Middle School to treat multiple students who reported feeling sick.
- The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office conducted preliminary testing on the cookie, which showed no signs of illicit substances.
- Authorities have not determined whether the illnesses were caused by foodborne contamination or another factor, with further analysis pending.
- The exact number affected remains unclear, with estimates indicating up to about 20 students may have eaten the item.
- Jefferson County Schools reminded families that student-to-student sales violate the Student-Parent Handbook and urged parents to monitor items brought to school.