m on the investigation. The district stated that Assistant Superintendent Rodney Larrotta and School Police Sgt. Ryan Bleisath met with the faculty and staff of the neighboring middle school to deliver the same update.

The school district has implemented heightened security protocols, stationing additional police officers directly on the Cherokee High School campus. In addition, Principal Andy Hall will have extra school counselors on campus beginning Wednesday morning to assist any students and staff who need support. An official notification detailing the arrests, security posture, and support resources was sent out directly to all district families and staff members in a letter to parents.

What they're saying:

 The safety of our students and school staff is a top priority, and we take every threat seriously,  Canton Police Chief Marty Ferrell said.  I appreciate the quick action of our law enforcement partners and the dedication of our detectives in identifying and arresting the suspects. 

Police officers gave credit to the Cherokee County District Attorney's Office, led by District Attorney Susan K. Treadaway, along with state and federal agencies for their cooperation.

In an official message sent to families, Superintendent Dr. Mary Elizabeth Davis praised the coordinated response and emphasized that the district's safety measures succeeded:

 The results of this investigation demonstrate the extensive cross-agency collaboration and partnership that led to successfully identifying and detaining these three individuals... I want to recognize that our safety and security processes and protocols worked and I am encouraged by the resolve and dedication of multiple law enforcement agencies - including the FBI, the Canton Police Department, the Cherokee Sheriff's Office, the District Attorney's Office, our School Police, and agencies beyond our county boundaries - who all worked tirelessly to ensure Cherokee High School and every school across our district remains safe, secure and focused on learning. 

What we don't know:

Investigators have not released specific details about how the suspects knew each other or how they planned to execute the plot.

Officials also have not disclosed what specific roles each suspect played in the alleged conspiracy.

Authorities continue to withhold details regarding the specific types of evidence gathered to protect the ongoing investigation.

What you can do:

Police urge parents to talk with their children about why reporting threats immediately is critical.

Anyone with information about the case should call the Canton Police Department at 770-720-4883 or submit a tip at tips.fbi.gov. People should call 911 immediately for active emergencies.