CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Extra security was called to a Charlotte high school on Monday following a fight on campus, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools confirmed.
The altercation happened Monday morning, March 3, at Mallard Creek High School, in the school’s cafeteria.
Students said a fight broke out among a group of girls, with one reportedly getting injured.
Taleeya Daise said she was the target of the fight. In an interview with Queen City News, she said the incident started as a result of something with which she was not directly involved. She said the fight left her with a concussion, and her briefly wearing a neck brace after someone put their foot on her neck.
“All these girls had just (come up), one of them just hit me in my face,” said Daise. “So then, I’m trying to defend myself at this point. And then a whole bunch of girls just start hitting me. And I got to the floor, and they kept punching my head and they kept kicking my head.”
Daise said the resulting fight, even though she said she was the apparent target, led to a 10-day suspension for her and the others involved.
CMS officials said they could not comment on student disciplinary actions.
Below is the message sent to Mallard Creek families on Monday:
Good morning Mallard Creek High families, this is Principal Thompson reaching out to inform you about a fight that occurred in the cafeteria this morning.
This behavior is disruptive to the learning environment and is a violation of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Code of Student Conduct. All students involved will be disciplined accordingly.
I have requested extra security personnel on campus for the duration of the day. The safety and well-being of our students and staff is our top priority.
Families, we ask that you continue to partner with us in creating a safe learning environment for all students by speaking with your child(ren) about appropriate behavior at school and reminding them about the consequences of their actions. Thank you for your continued support of Mallard Creek High.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
