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Morrisville Today
By the People, for the People
3 Charged After Violent Classroom Assault at Morrisville High
Cellphone video shows the attack, sparking concerns over student safety and discipline
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Two students and one parent have been charged following a violent assault inside a Morrisville High School classroom, according to police. Cellphone footage obtained by local media shows the attack, which the victim's mother described as "barbaric." The mother also alleged that the parent of one of the students confronted her and displayed a firearm outside the school.
Why it matters
The incident has raised concerns about student safety and discipline at the high school, with the victim's mother saying she no longer has faith in the school system's ability to protect her daughter. The school district has stated it is working with police and the victim's family, but has not provided details on any disciplinary actions or safety measures being implemented.
The details
According to police, the assault occurred last Wednesday in a classroom at Morrisville High School. The victim's mother, Leanna Merritt, said her 16-year-old daughter and the other girls involved have a history of issues and were not supposed to be in the same classroom. Merritt said the mother of one of the girls later confronted her at the school and displayed a firearm.
- The assault occurred last Wednesday at Morrisville High School.
- Merritt met with the school superintendent on Thursday to discuss the incident.
The players
Leanna Merritt
The mother of the victim, who said the recording of the assault "continues far too long before an adult steps in" and that her daughter "could have been murdered."
Morrisville High School
The high school where the violent classroom assault took place.
What they’re saying
“To actually see my daughter being attacked in that barbaric way, it was just disgusting to me that they got kids in regular school settings with that type of anger issue. My daughter could have been murdered.”
— Leanna Merritt, Victim's Mother (6abc.com)
“The mom was confronting me at the school and she showed a firearm to me.”
— Leanna Merritt, Victim's Mother (6abc.com)
What’s next
The school district has stated it is working with police and the victim's family, but has not provided details on any disciplinary actions or safety measures being implemented. The victim's mother said she remains unsatisfied with the school's response and wants the two students removed from the school.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges schools face in maintaining a safe and secure environment for students, and the need for comprehensive policies and interventions to address issues of student violence and discipline. The school's response will be closely watched by the community as they work to restore a sense of safety and trust.
