Maple Valley Schools were alerted Monday morning to a rumor of violence in their district. Actions were taken in an abundance of caution and parents were alerted. Students and staff sheltered in place while law enforcement was summoned.

A short time later Junior & High School  students were released at 9:15am without back packs or coats.  The Elementary schools released at 9:30am.

UPDATE:

Eaton County Sheriff Office said their investigation led them to a 13 year old juvenile student from Barry County who had made threats of violence toward the school on social media.  The 13 year old was secured and taken to the Eaton County Youth Home.  The case was forwarded to the Eaton County Prosecutor's office for issuance of formal charges.