A substitute teacher is under investigation and has been removed from a California school after allegedly looking at “inappropriate” content during class. The West Covina Unified School District (WCUSD) reported that the incident occurred at Cameron Elementary School in West Covina, California, leading to the immediate removal of the teacher.
According to the district, students reported that the teacher had allegedly been “viewing inappropriate images on his cell phone while on school premises.” In response to the reports, the teacher was promptly removed from the classroom setting as well as the school.
Superintendent Emy Flores issued a statement on Sunday providing additional details and a timeline of events. According to the timeline, the incident took place around noon on Friday when a parent called Cameron Elementary principal Sylvia Fullerton to inquire about why their child had called them in distress.
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The investigation is ongoing, and the school district is working to gather more information about the alleged incident. The removal of the substitute teacher reflects the school’s commitment to maintaining a safe and appropriate learning environment for students.
Instances of inappropriate conduct by educators are taken seriously by school districts, and swift action is often taken to address such situations. The well-being and safety of students are top priorities for educational institutions, and measures are implemented to ensure a positive and secure learning environment.
