Ruidoso High School to resume classes Wednesday after threat cleared

RUIDOSO, N.M. — Ruidoso High School was forced to evacuate Tuesday morning due to what the superintendent described as “an unverified bomb threat.”

Students, faculty and staff evacuated to the Ruidoso Convention Center. Trained professionals then searched the premises. Parents were allowed to check out their students at the convention center.

According to the superintendent, classes will resume Wednesday after the school was cleared of any threats.

“We ask for your cooperation in remaining calm and patient as we work to resolve this matter. If you have any concerns or information that may assist in this situation, please contact the Ruidoso Police Department or school authorities immediately,” the superintendent wrote in a letter issued to the community.