Elementary School Teacher Reportedly Slapped Students in Attleboro - Placed on Leave, Police Called

Elementary School Teacher Reportedly Slapped Students in Attleboro - Placed on Leave, Police Called

An elementary school teacher has been placed on leave - and police have been notified - following an incident in Attleboro.

Attleboro Public Schools Superintendent David Sawyer released the following statement on Wednesday. 

“Late Tuesday afternoon, Thacher Elementary School administrators contacted Central Office staff regarding a troubling incident that occurred at the school. Administrators learned that a physical altercation occurred between a teacher and two students in a classroom in which the teacher allegedly slapped the two students.

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The district administration was immediately informed, and an investigation was launched in accordance with district procedures. The district also notified the Attleboro Police Department and the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families.

As part of the initial internal investigation, the teacher has been placed on administrative leave.

This is disheartening news, as the safety and well-being of our students is our highest priority. We take situations like this very seriously and are committed to collaborating with Attleboro Police as they conduct a thorough investigation.”