On Thursday, June 11, 2026, school administrators at Milton Somers Middle School received a report that a student, age 12, was in possession of a knife. The student displayed the knife while on the school bus; no threats were made.
An administrative search resulted in the knife being located in the student’s bookbag.
In accordance with MD law, the student cannot be charged due to their age.
In an unrelated case, school administrators at Mattawoman Middle School learned of a student, age 13, smoking a vape inside a school bathroom. A vape was recovered as well as a knife, which was located in their bookbag.
The student was charged with possession of a dangerous weapon on school grounds.
Both students face disciplinary consequences in accordance with the Charles County Public Schools student code of conduct. Parents are urged to speak with their children about the dangers and consequences of bringing weapons on school property.
