A letter from Rich Hill schools

The District is aware of recent criminal charges that have been filed against a former employee who resigned from her position with the District months prior to the charges being filed. At no time prior to her resignation did the District receive information that would have indicated the employee would or had ever engaged in the kind of conduct alleged in the criminal complaint.

Because this matter involves a former employee and an ongoing legal process, the District is limited in what it can share and cannot comment on personnel matters, employee performance, or details of the investigation. The District also remains committed to respecting the privacy and legal rights of all individuals involved.

What the District can state clearly is that the safety and well-being of our students is always our top priority. The District expects all staff members to maintain appropriate professional boundaries with students and strictly follows all applicable board policies, state and federal laws, and established practices designed to protect students.

When concerns are brought forward that involve student safety, the District acts in accordance with policy and legal requirements, including cooperation with appropriate authorities. Any allegation of misconduct involving a student is taken seriously.

Dr. Kevin T. Goddard, Superintendent