Two lockdowns at Bryn Mawr School after unfounded threats this week

Bryn Mawr School in north Baltimore experienced two lockdowns this week following anonymous threats, both of which were found to be unfounded, The Baltimore Sun reported. The threats caused unease among students and parents but no physical harm.

Parents like Heather Crossley, whose children attend Bryn Mawr, said their kids felt "a little uneasy" but praised the school's quick and effective response. Another parent, Jennifer Nolley, noted her children remained calm during the lockdown and felt the school handled the situation well.

The threats at Bryn Mawr are part of a wider trend of "swatting" incidents targeting schools, aiming to create fear and disruption, according to a school safety expert cited by The Baltimore Sun. Educational leaders are challenged to maintain safety without inciting panic.

Other nearby private schools, including Gilman, also took precautionary measures such as sheltering in place during the threat period, highlighting the broader impact on the north Baltimore school community.

Despite lingering anxiety among some parents, the consensus is that Bryn Mawr remains a safe environment for students, with the school maintaining clear communication throughout the incidents.