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Hopkins High School Releases Students Early After Potential Threat Call

School leaders and Minnetonka police put buildings on a secure hold and ran a staggered dismissal while officers stayed on site to follow up.

Overview

  • School officials say the main office received a phone call interpreted as a potential threat, prompting immediate safety measures on Monday.
  • Leaders worked with the district Safety and Security Coordinator and Minnetonka police to place Hopkins High and two other district schools on a secure hold with doors locked and movement limited.
  • The district carried out a staggered early release, sending student drivers first around 1:30 p.m., then bus riders at about 2 p.m., and parent pickups last to keep dismissal orderly.
  • Minnetonka police remained at the scene and told families that students and staff were safe and there was no larger threat to the community.
  • Officials have not disclosed what was said in the call and the incident is under continued review, with media and authorities expected to provide updates as the investigation proceeds.