STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A precautionary shelter-in-place order was implemented just prior to dismissal Monday afternoon at P.S. 32, in Great Kills, following a reported threat to the school community.
“Earlier this afternoon, our NYPD and school partners worked together to implement a precautionary shelter-in place, prioritizing the safety of our students and staff while keeping families informed,” a spokesperson for the city’s Department of Education told the Advance/SILive.com.
“Sheltering-in place,” means students and staff remain inside the building while classes continue as scheduled, with entry and exit temporarily restricted…