‘An abundance of caution’: Here’s why an Idaho school just canceled homecoming parade

The Caldwell School District has canceled Friday’s Caldwell High School homecoming parade because of “possible threats,” according to a letter sent out to families and the media.

“Although there is no evidence that these threats are credible, this decision is based in an abundance of caution,” the Caldwell letter said. “We are working closely with the Caldwell Police Department as we continue to investigate this threat.”

Caldwell schools did not return an additional request for comment. It is unclear whether other homecoming events, such as the dance, will proceed as planned. The football game against Vallivue is still scheduled.

School also is still in session tomorrow, but parents or guardians may excuse their child from class, the letter said.

“We look forward to celebrating Caldwell High School’s Annual Homecoming Parade at a later date,” the letter stated.

The district is not alone in Southwest Idaho this week. On Wednesday, Boise police detained a Boise School District student after a report that the student made threats to two schools, according to Statesman reporting. By Thursday, the schools had determined there was no credible threat in Boise.