Dear Center Moriches Families, 

On Friday, March 7, 2025 the Center Moriches Schools were notified by the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) that they were in pursuit of an individual within the vicinity of our schools using their canine unit. We immediately went into a lockout mode and awaited further guidance from the SCPD. 

All schools went into lockout mode immediately after receiving the notification from the SCPD. Shortly after going into lockout mode at 10:20 am, we received clearance from the SCPD 17 minutes after notifying us that we could come out of the lockout status. 

We would like to thank our security staff and administrative team for responding so promptly to the situation. Please be assured that the safety of our students and staff is our paramount concern. 

Respectfully, 

Dr. Ricardo Soto, Interim Superintendent of Schools