Scathing lawsuits accuse Perry Township Schools of fostering an "atmosphere of violence" within its schools, one so brutal and brazen that violent brawls and threats of shootings have become "commonplace.

Two families are suing Perry Township Schools for unspecified damages over the alleged bullying of two students with disabilities that left them with traumatic head injuries, arguing in court filings that the district has shown continued apathy toward habitual violence in school.

The plaintiffs say they filed two lawsuits against Perry Township Schools, accusing officials of ignoring parents complaints and warning signs.