'Senior Assassin': Ohio high school principal alerts parents about students' game
UHRICHSVILLE ‒ An Ohio high school principal has sent out a letter to district parents informing them some seniors may be playing something called Senior Assassin.
Claymont High School Principal Kelsi Barnhart described it as an unofficial, non-school sanctioned game.
In Senior Assassin, students use water guns or other harmless items to "eliminate" assigned targets, who are typically classmates, Barnhart wrote. "While this game may seem like innocent fun, it can present significant safety concerns."
Those concerns include:
Public perception and safety risks. Students seen carrying realistic-looking water guns could cause alarm or confusion in public places, the principal said. In some cases, law enforcement has been called because of mistaken identity.
Risky behavior. Participants often hide, chase or ambush each other in parking lots, neighborhoods and other locations, leading to unsafe situations such as trespassing, distracted driving or accidents.
Community impact. The game's activities can sometimes cause disruptions or concerns among residents, businesses and local authorities.
Barnhart urged parents to talk to their children about making responsible choices and being aware of the potential risks involved. If students are participating in this activity, they should use brightly colored, clearly toy-like water guns and avoid any actions that could be perceived as threatening.
This article originally appeared on The Times-Reporter: Ohio principal issues warning to parents about 'Senior Assassin' game
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