According to documents on file with the Bates County Circuit Court, former Rich Hill Schools employee Paula Rayanne McCoy of Rockville, MO was taken into custody and released on bond following an accusation that she had inappropriate sexual contact with a student on or about August 29th, 2025.McCoy, who is represented by attorney J Lindsey Ikram of Kansas City, faces charges of Sexual Contact W/ Student {Felony E RSMo: 566.086} and initial arraignment is scheduled for February 4, 2026 at 9 am in the Bates County Circuit Court.
The charge listed carries a penalty of up to 4 years in prison; fines of up to $10,000; the defendant may be required to register as a sex offender; and any teaching licenses may be revoked according to Missouri Statutes.
Note that accused parties are considered innocent until otherwise proven in a court of law.
