Students Involved in Stabbing at Metzger Middle School
Families in San Antonio were notified after a school hold followed a stabbing incident involving two students.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Secondary Education
At least two students were involved in a stabbing at Metzger Middle School on Wednesday morning. The school was placed on a hold following the incident.
Why it matters
The security incident required an immediate response from school administrators and law enforcement to ensure campus safety. Parents were notified of the situation as the district managed school operations.
The incident occurred on Wednesday morning during a scheduled lockdown drill at the campus located near Binz-Engleman Road. Officials confirmed that a weapon was recovered and the matter was referred to law enforcement.
The players
Metzger Middle School
A secondary school in San Antonio where the incident occurred.
Judson ISD
The local school district that managed the campus response and parent communications.
The details
During a scheduled lockdown drill, administrators discovered an altercation involving at least two students that resulted in a stabbing. Following the immediate response, the campus was placed on a hold while school staff coordinated with district police. A weapon was successfully located and confiscated, and the case has now been turned over to authorities for further review.
Timeline
Wednesday morning: Stabbing incident occurred at Metzger Middle School.
The Home Front
This incident occurred within the context of standard Texas Education Code requirements for school safety and lockdown drills. It underscores the challenges administrators face when managing student safety protocols during regularly scheduled campus exercises.
Parents should monitor communication from the district regarding any potential changes to school safety protocols or upcoming meetings. Reviewing emergency contact information in your school portal ensures the district can reach you promptly if incidents arise.
The takeaway
School safety incidents necessitate a collaborative response between administrators, law enforcement, and families. Parents should ensure their contact details are current with the district to receive immediate alerts during any school hold or campus security event.
Further reading
For more context on safety policies in local classrooms, visit Secondary Education.
