Canceled after last week’s incident that closed Wiscasset schools, Wiscasset Middle High School student council’s annual haunted high school will happen this year after all. Student Council Advisor Deb Pooler said Sunday, the event has been reset for Friday, Nov. 1.

“I was very impressed by the kids ... They were disappointed that the annual fundraiser was cancelled but they understood why it was best. It was decided to approach school officials about the possibilities of rescheduling the event. I am very proud of the way the kids accepted it and came up with an alternative solution,” Pooler told Wiscasset Newspaper. “We really do have amazing kids at WMHS!”

In comments on WMHS’s Facebook page, School Committee Chair Michael Dunn said the cancellation was not an easy decision. “People need to understand that there is a lot that goes on behind the scenes when these situations arise, many things they don’t/can’t know for legal and other reasons. The number one priority will always be to keep our students and our staff safe.”

The event, with tours for all ages and separate rooms for younger children, runs from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 at the door. 

In another development Sunday, Superintendent of Schools Terry Wood released new details on the Oct. 24 incident and investigation. Her letter at wiscassetschools.org states a potential threat was found written on WMHS’ bathroom walls. 

“After I was notified of the situation, I worked with the school board chair and vice chair, Wiscasset Police Department, the principal and assistant principal in the investigation surrounding finding the person(s) responsible for the threat. A decision was made to have a two-hour delay to provide additional time to continue the investigation. Realizing we needed more time to complete the investigation, a decision was made to cancel school.”

According to Sunday’s letter, a student confessed in an interview at home after authorities did “several hours of video watching” and decided to interview potential suspects.

Wood’s letter thanks administrators, other staff and Wiscasset police. “This is a very caring and empathetic school district that focuses on our students. Due to confidentiality, I cannot provide more details but wanted to reassure you that all steps were taken for the safety and protection of your children and our staff.”

“A 14-year-old male ... has been identified as the (alleged) perpetrator and has been charged with Terrorizing and Criminal Mischief,” an Oct. 24 post on the police department’s Facebook page states. The teen has a court date of Nov. 26, according to the post.