JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Six children reported feeling sick after ingesting an "unknown gummy substance" at Twin Lakes Middle School on Monday, according to Duval County Public Schools.
"At this time, we are unable to verify what type of substance was ingested, but law enforcement is investigating," Twin Lakes Middle School Principal Aurelia Williams in a statement sent to school parents regarding the incident.
School officials were notified that a student had the gummies and was sharing them with other students in their class, according to Williams.
All six students who ingested the gummies reported feeling ill and the families were contacted. The students were either picked up by family or taken to local hospitals for medical evaluation.
Williams added that while the substance in the gummies is unknown at this time, the incident allows parents a chance to talk with their kids about the dangers of drugs and illegal substances.
"We encourage you to check your child's backpack daily and remind them that bringing prohibited items onto our campus is a serious code of conduct violation that can result in school discipline and possible criminal charges," Williams said.