Maple Valley Schools were closed for a time Monday, Dec. !9 because of a threat of violence made  against the district on Sunday evening through social media, school officials said in a news release shortly after noon Monday.

Upon learning of the threat, district officials contacted law enforcement authorities who immediately investigated and have taken appropriate action concerning the individual believed to be responsible.

As the threat has now been contained, all school activities will resume at 3 p.m. today, the release said.

“Student safety is our primary concern and we take all threats seriously. We thank the school community for its patience and support while this difficult incident was resolved,” said Superintendent Michelle Falcon.