Students in the Upper Darby School District had two scares in a week's time when students brought guns to school.
A student at Drexel Hill Middle School brought a pellet gun to classes on Thursday, according to officials.
A parent notified the school after her child said a classmate had a weapon while at school, according to officials.
Officers obtained a search warrant and discovered a black pellet gun after searching the accused student's home.
Police say the child was charged with bringing a dangerous weapon on school grounds.
School officials say a seperate incident occurred last week at Upper Darby High School when a 12th grader brought a bb gun into school.
Reports did not indicate whether the high schooler will face charges.