September 23, 2016

Dear Parent/Guardian or staff member:

This letter is to inform you that a student who attends Lower Macungie Middle School has been diagnosed with Pertussis (whooping cough).  This student is under the care of a physician. For more information about Pertussis please refer to the following link http://www.cdc.gov/pertussis/clinical/index.html from the CDC for an explanation of the disease, how the germs are spread, typical symptoms, treatment, and prevention…. Read more…

Lower Macungie Middle School was under a lockdown today, Tuesday, September 21, 2016. State police and administration investigated the discovery of one empty shell casing found inside of the school building. State police determined that there is no threat to student safety, and the lockdown has been lifted. Classes have resumed, and regular dismissal procedures will remain in effect.

Sincerely,

Mike Schilder
Superintendent