Edina school officials: Student admits to hanging noose, police send charges to county attorney
EDINA, Minn. – Officials with Edina Public Schools say a student has admitted to hanging a noose last month at the city's community center -- and police have submitted charging documents to the Hennepin County Attorney's Office.
The noose was discovered on the morning of July 26, dangling from the roof of one of the community center's courtyards. The incident led to an anti-hate rally in the city.
"We stand against racism and condemn hate. These events are painful, not only for those targeted, but also for everyone in our community who values diversity and inclusion and is working towards change," Edina Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Stacie Stanley wrote in a letter to parents.
District officials announced Tuesday that three Edina Public Schools students -- all minors -- were identified by police as being on the roof of the community center the night before the noose was found. They have all been questioned, and one admitted to making and hanging the noose, officials said.
Officials will not identify the students due to their ages.
"The district will always take appropriate disciplinary and other actions when there are threats to staff or student psychological or physical safety," Stanley said.
Officials also said the district has approved new student conduct and discipline standards for the student handbook.
