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Harford County Public Schools announce school closures in response to Friday's shooting

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JOPPATOWNE, Md. — Harford County Public Schools announced Saturday that five of their schools will be closed in response to last Friday's shooting at Joppatowne High School.

The school system says Joppatowne High School will be closed until Thursday, Sept. 12.

Moreover, Magnolia Middle, Magnolia Elementary, Joppatowne Elementary, and Riverside Elementary will be closed solely on Monday to "provide additional time for staff, siblings, neighbors, and friends to process the tragedy."

RELATED: Student killed in Joppatowne High School shooting, alleged gunman arrested

On Sunday, the Sheriff's Office announced the charges for the alleged shooter, Jaylen Prince. He has been charged as an adult with murder, first- and second-degree assault, and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony/crime of violence.

READ MORE: 16-year-old charged as an adult in connection to the Joppatowne High School shooting

The school system's release continues by saying there will be no before- or after-care and no after-school activities. Staff are to report to their school building on Tuesday.

Information on meal distribution, counseling services times, and locations will be announced Monday.

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