A 12-year-old student and a parent were both cited at a planned School protest and walkout at La Contenta Middle School this morning. According to the Sheriff’s Department, parents and students of La Contenta Middle School, in Yucca Valley, participated in a protest and school walk out regarding school safety. Sheriff’s Deputies and officers from the California Highway Patrol were on scene to ensure safety of all participants.
During the walk out, a 12-year-old student pulled the fire alarm, which triggered a fire evacuation for all students, even those not participating in the walk out. After investigation, deputies identified the responsible student who was cited for triggering a false fire alarm. The student’s parent was also issued a citation for parental responsibility.
The Sheriff’s Department would like to thank the participating parents for obeying all vehicle and penal codes, and for peacefully protesting on the sidewalk.
