Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools investigating video showing alleged assault of teacher
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office and Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools officials are investigating a video posted on social media that reportedly shows a teacher being assaulted, according to a WS/FCS spokesperson.
“This behavior will not be tolerated,” WS/FCS Superintendent Tricia McManus said. “At no time is it acceptable for students to put their hands on a teacher in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. My focus now is on making sure that our teacher is taken care of and has the support needed to navigate through the lasting effects of this incident.”
The video is believed to have been filmed inside a Parkland High School classroom.
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“This Sheriff’s Office is aware and like many of you, we have seen the video that has made its way around our community today,” said FCSO Bobbie Kimbrough. “Because it involves a juvenile we have not and will not discuss the particulars of this incident, but we will work collaboratively with those parties involved to determine the best course of action. At this point, we are praying for wholeness of the teacher involved and healing for our students who witnessed this deployable act.
PHS Principal Noel Kenner shared the following statement:
Hello Parkland Families, this is Noel Keener, Principal at Parkland High School. I am calling to let you know that earlier today our administration was made aware of a disturbing video of an inappropriate and unsettling interaction between a student and a teacher being circulated on social media. Our administration has started an investigation immediately in conjunction with our law enforcement partners at the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office. The student involved in the video will face disciplinary action in accordance with district policies and procedures.The student may also face criminal charges.
Please know this video is not reflective of our expectations of students at Parkland High School. We are working with district staff to address this immediately and ensure behavior like this is not tolerated in our school and district.
We always appreciate you making us aware anytime there is something that concerns you. When you see a concerning social media post or text, please remember to report it, not repost or reshare it. We ask that you remind students about the consequences that can come from circulating or sharing inappropriate videos. We take all such matters seriously and thank you for your patience, partnership, and understanding. If you have any questions, please let me know.
PHS Principal Noel Keener
Student information and disciplinary information is federally protected and cannot be released by school officials.
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