On Monday around 45 sixth-graders at Starmount Middle School began complaining of various symptoms including headache and nausea. First responders from emergency services and area fire departments, along with school nurses, were at the scene to help take care of the students, said Yadkin Schools Superintendent Dr. Todd Martin.
“Most of the students were feeling better before the school day ended. At this point we do not know what caused this. However, officials with the Yadkin County Health Department were on the scene and have begun investigating this incident,” Martin added.
Additional details will be reported as they become available.