PALESTINE, Texas — A Palestine Junior High teacher has been suspended for an alleged inappropriate relationship with a student.
According to Palestine Independent School District, administrators were recently notified of the reported relationship between the teacher and an "adult high school student."
The district says they immediately began investigating the situation and determined there was enough cause to continue in a more thorough manner.
Over the past few days, Palestine ISD has worked with the Palestine Police Department in regards to this matter.
"At this time, we have confirmed inappropriate actions on the part of the teacher involving text messaging and an off-campus relationship," the district said in a statement. "The teacher remains on suspension at this time, and the termination process will begin by Friday. Palestine ISD thanks the Palestine Police Department for the excellent work they have done on this matter, and we will continue working with law enforcement throughout the remainder of this case."
Palestine ISD says they provide initial and ongoing training for all staff members in regards to appropriate and inappropriate behavior with students.
