BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2025 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — The Palm Beach County School District is investigating a student who allegedly made an inappropriate and concerning comment at the Verde K-8 school. The public school is located at 6590 Verde Trail in Boca Raton. The incident happened earlier this week. Sources tell BocaNewsNow.com that the comment is related to a “threat.” The school was not evacuated. No arrests have been made.
Multiple parents, concerned that the school and school district was not providing enough information, provided this message that was transmitted by Principal Kelly Patrick: “Good afternoon Verde K-8 families and staff. A student made an inappropriate comment that was overheard by other students today. This was interpreted as being unsafe and reported to administration. School Police and our Administration Team quickly investigated the incident and determined that our campus is safe. That student is now facing strict discipline as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct.
We take the safety of our school seriously and will investigate all possible threats related to our school. This applies whether the threat is written or electronic or even if it’s meant as a joke. Families, please use this as an opportunity to discuss with your children how our words and actions have consequences. Poorly chosen words or actions may have lasting consequences well beyond their intent. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of Verde K-8. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call the front office.”
The Palm Beach County School District has a “zero tolerance” policy for violations of its code of conduct. Threats, weapons possession, even carrying Tylenol can lead to suspensions and other disciplinary action. If you have more information concerning the incident at Verde K-8, please call or text our news tip line at 561-576-NEWS, 561-576-6397.
