NEW ROCHELLE, NY (February 5, 2026) — A threat targeting the superintendent of schools in New Rochelle led to an increased security presence at Isaac E. Young Middle School late yesterday afternoon, though no threat was directed at the school, its students or staff, district officials said.
In an email to the school community, Superintendent Corey W. Reynolds clarified that the threat specifically targeted him at City Hall.
Out of an abundance of caution, the district enhanced security protocols at IEYMS because the individual making the threat has a past association with the school.
“To be clear: at no time was a threat made toward any IEYMS students, IEYMS staff members, or against IEYMS itself,” Reynolds wrote.
The threat was received during afternoon dismissal, so the enhanced protocols primarily affected those remaining in the building for after-school programs and activities.
“We chose to take every precaution to enhance safety and protect our school community during that window,” Reynolds stated.
The New Rochelle Police Department confirmed it opened a case. Capt. J. Collins Coyne, commander of the Criminal Investigations Division, said the department could not comment further on an open investigation.
The district continues to work closely with the New Rochelle Police Department, the City of New Rochelle and other law enforcement agencies.
“I want to thank our school district security staff and our government and law enforcement partners for their rapid response and thorough investigation,” Reynolds wrote. “Their presence provided both the expertise needed to resolve the situation and the reassurance our staff deserves.”
Under the guidance of law enforcement, all normal operations resumed today.
Reynolds emphasized that student and staff security remains the district’s absolute priority and acknowledged that such situations can cause anxiety.
“We remain steadfast in our commitment to maintaining a secure environment for every student and staff member,” he wrote.
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