Remote high school or Dropout?

Submitted by SouthWindsorHS2024 t3_yfl1c3 in Connecticut

So I recently found out that my Spanish teacher is banned from another school permanently for crimes against a child, when looking him up I found out that he is also a Felon and has been arrested as recently as during this school year. I am afraid of this teacher and no longer feel safe in this particular class, when I tried to speak to staff for my school I was greeted with confirmation of the above information and told that it's not something they will talk about. This just makes me feel even less safe, are there any options for remote high school in CT that will not affect my college prospects? I wanted to start taking college courses my last couple of high school years and am worried my education could suffer bearcause of this. I love my school other than this one huge fear that I am getting no help with. Even having my father call he was greeted with basically a more polite version of "it's none of your business if our staff are criminals" even though it is a public record now. Has anyone has luck in remote high school since the changes the last years? Home schooling is not an option as both my parents work long hours, trust me I asked. Edit for clarification: People have reached out to me, mostly mean messages in DM or threats that if I say the teacher's name I'll get punished. But no I am not going to be dropping out, definitely not. I will be trying to change classes ASAP though. On the other things, yes my teacher is confirmed to be banned from Charles Barrows Stem academy in Windham. He is also confirmed to have 1 relief from abuse order protecting a child from him which seems to be the most likely cause for this ban. He also has a criminal restraining order against him. I do not know which he violated to get his Felony but he also has another charge against him as well. I can not give his name but he told us last year he was turning 36. These things came from repeatedly calling the Putnam and Danielson courts and asking, it was a headache to get these confirmed and they said I'd have to request stuff in person to get any more information. I am scared of this teacher and made sure to confirm it was indeed him before bringing anything up, the hateful mean comments I got make me quite sad. I know I am a young kid but I should be allowed to feel safe in my school especially with these constant lockdowns every week nearby how can I not be on high alert? I am sorry to anyone who my post upset, I did not mean to upset anyone.

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himewaridesu t1_iu3znbn wrote

So before you drop out over one class… take a different one. Go to your guidance counselor and switch classes. If you aren’t getting a response talk to a trusted subject teacher to have them help you advocate for yourself.

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Luxurydeals365 t1_iu44y0i wrote

Yeah this feels like burning your house down over a pest problem.

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SouthWindsorHS2024 OP t1_iu4em4d wrote

Thank you I get it I'm a dramatic kid, but how would you feel when your parent gets this kind of information confirmed only for it to then feel like a coverup is taking place, I know my school has struggled with the teacher shortage as we are a bigger school but for them to admit it's this teacher then refuse to answer my father makes me feel unsafe, I get it with them ignoring me and my concerns but not him

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Luxurydeals365 t1_iu4f9re wrote

Look feeling unsafe in your school is 100% an issue. If you are in this persons class and feel uncomfortable I think you have strong reasons to want to be transferred out. Im not suggesting you drop the issue, or accept it, but I am suggesting that you could potentially screw up your entire life by dropping out of high school.

I would suggest you and your parents start going up the chain of command until you get satisfactory answers. School official blow you off? Try the superintendent. They blow you off? School board.

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TCPottery t1_iu4oop6 wrote

School board disregards, State Department of Ed.

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MightyMason t1_iu4cnim wrote

I mean, that teacher is still in the school and on premises, lurking around.

One of those things that if it makes you uncomfortable enough to want to leave the school I’m sure it will still make you uncomfortable and distract you during the day when you’re trying to focus.

This teacher should be disbarred and the reactions they received from the school staff is disgusting and unacceptable

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himewaridesu t1_iu4d9w6 wrote

So the two teachers it could be- one has a VERY common name. OP could be mistaken. If a teacher has a felony they don’t get a job at a school. Period.

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MightyMason t1_iu4hq3z wrote

That’s what I figured with a felony but that’s not how this post reads, if you’re right and it’s a mistaken identity then I would agree.

Edit: OP states the school acknowledges there was an issue but won’t comment.

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SouthWindsorHS2024 OP t1_iu5372f wrote

Yes my dad called the school and one of the main offices for our towns schools and both confirmed, after he told them he had found the docket number, that it was absolutely my teacher who was arrested for restraining order violation and another charge

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1bohan t1_iu7zr28 wrote

Did they revoke the teaching license?

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SouthWindsorHS2024 OP t1_iu9kzr1 wrote

I don't know how to know that but he was only away for one day after going to jail and then returned after that he has had like two more days where he wasn't here the rest of the days he is always in the school so i don't think so

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1bohan t1_iu9pm4b wrote

Contact your school board cause they’re the ones in charge of when things go sideways. And start writing your mayor and senators. They’re more likely to step in and figure out how to revoke the lisc if it hasn’t been revoked already. If anything it will get more attention and eyes on it. And talk to the media.

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Luxurydeals365 t1_iu4e8um wrote

This kid is potentially blowing up their own future though.

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MightyMason t1_iu4i0rp wrote

What this kid needs is better direction for how to handle the situation. I don’t have that answer. But is there a way to confirm the charges to the teacher? Is it the right person they are thinking of? If the school isn’t giving answers but are confirming something happened and wont speak to it, can they go to the judicial system? Police station? Local politician? School board?

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Creepy_Meringue3014 t1_iu5okun wrote

> of those things that if it makes you uncomfortable enough to want to leave the school I’m sure

you disbar lawyers.

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1234nameuser t1_iu42eun wrote

Sorry, but this is just too vague. People get arrested all the time and are later found innocent. Even more so when this is a domestic dispute. Schools have to follow the laws as well.

What you haven't elaborated on at is how the school is failing to provide adequate protections or endangering your ability to learn.

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MightyMason t1_iu4cvi9 wrote

They should be more transparent than “none of your business” if it’s nothing to worry about

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AhbabaOooMaoMao t1_iu5gd8k wrote

It's not the school's job to disclose personnel information.

Especially since the information that you're asking about here is available from the court.

If you want to find out about arrests or a criminal record, that's who you have to go to.

They may tell you that records of certain prior convictions or arrests are unavailable.

If so, it's because that's the law .

It's important to note here that the Republican plan for schools is to privatize education by supporting vouchers and "school choice."

If this were a private school, and you started asking questions, not only are you not entitled to any answers or due process, they will probably give you a cease and desist letter.

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MightyMason t1_iu5x8f0 wrote

If a private school was found to have hired a felon, you are literally paying them a ton of money for your kid to go there, so if parents and children were uncomfortable and decided to take tuition elsewhere that school would undoubtedly make a change and respond to the situation.

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AhbabaOooMaoMao t1_iu6l82v wrote

That's true you'd have to outright leave the school or stfu.

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MightyMason t1_iu6sg7t wrote

No not at all, the parents would speak up and the teacher would more than likely be fired and some form of apology letter would be sent. The families pay the bills at private schools, a felon teaching would never fly.

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AhbabaOooMaoMao t1_iu78i63 wrote

Yes, that's horrible. A teacher who served their sentence and is legally employable by a school might lose their job because of a bunch of hysterical parents afraid of something the person might do.

That's some dystopian shit; Kafkaesque; "...like a dog." ✅

Also un-American; The presumption of innocence! Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments ✅

Also anti Christian; The Penitent Thief! Luke 23:39-43. ✅

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MightyMason t1_iu79m7p wrote

You can legally employ a felon? Are you able to prove this?

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AhbabaOooMaoMao t1_iu7b52l wrote

Of course you can.

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MightyMason t1_iu7cj2n wrote

Please provide back-up

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AhbabaOooMaoMao t1_iu7e3w6 wrote

Backup that felons are allowed to work?

Um. Okay. A requirement of every early release program is maintaining employment.

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MightyMason t1_iu7efs5 wrote

Link to a source that states schools can hire felons as teachers. Prove it. If not, I’m done here and you’re just todays troll.

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AhbabaOooMaoMao t1_iu7qkfx wrote

Wtf you talking about...you just moved the goal post by a mile.

Nobody said the dude was illegally employed. The article doesn't involve that.

Teachers can get a certificate in CT. Even with a felony record. Grow up.

https://www.cga.ct.gov/2012/rpt/2012-R-0252.htm

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MightyMason t1_iu8fn4z wrote

Not at all, if you read this thread I have maintained consistency in what I’m talking about. I’ve mentioned and asked about teachers being felons the whole time.

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AhbabaOooMaoMao t1_iu8wtx4 wrote

Seems like you were trying to tell me that felons could not legally work any job.

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MightyMason t1_iu8x7eh wrote

Never did I say that at any point.

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AhbabaOooMaoMao t1_iu9eai2 wrote

Maybe read back what you wrote? I think you may have forgotten a word or something.

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MightyMason t1_iu9g2cr wrote

My first response to your initial response literally mentioned the hiring of a felon as a teacher. Stop trolling

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Ordinary-Ride-1595 t1_iu414qv wrote

So before we all get out our pitchforks, can you detail the nature of the felony, and the alleged crime for which he was arrested? There are lots of former felons who have turned around their lives and have become productive members of society. You’d be surprised by how many you interact with on a regular basis. Unless he is on THE registry, having a teacher who is a former felon isn’t a good reason to drop out. Also regarding the recent arrest, I assume he was not convicted if he isn’t in prison and still teaching. Can you please provide more context?

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flagrant-fowl3 t1_iu41nuv wrote

Exactly. I find it hard to believe schools are so strapped for teachers they would allow someone who was a danger to students to be teaching

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Ruca705 t1_iu45uoz wrote

You might find it hard to believe but I’m wondering if you know how bad the teacher crisis is right now, honestly I wouldn’t be fully shocked. I don’t know how bad it is in CT specifically but nationwide it’s a very big problem

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flagrant-fowl3 t1_iu5rdr1 wrote

My parents are both teachers. It’s pretty difficult to become one and the background checks are pretty extensive. This is CT. Not Florida.

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Ruca705 t1_iu5zbcg wrote

And I’m thankful for that last part every damn day lol. No I believe you, but it’s not like people or systems are infallible, con men have scammed their way into all types of positions. It seems OP has no basis for their claims however so in this case seems like a bored teenager They provided evidence for their claims and they’re not wrong at all, I saw the charges. The teacher does have a common name but it’s easy to tell which one is him by the birth year. The courthouse really did confirm to OP’s father that the charges belong to the same man they are concerned about.

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himewaridesu t1_iu488ah wrote

So looking at the teachers- there are two guys it could be and one has a VERY common name. Like, could easily be someone else.

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flagrant-fowl3 t1_iu3wl5q wrote

This is making you consider dropping out?

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Myke190 t1_iu450pl wrote

Somehow I'm not buying the "This one teacher in an optional course committed a crime so I no longer feel safe anywhere and I need to drop out."

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SouthWindsorHS2024 OP t1_iu4exvf wrote

There is more to it, everything being admitted then ignored is making me feel unsafe, how can I trust any of the staff there is this is known and we're being told to just ignore it when we should get reassurance instead and be made to feel safe, especially with everything going on in schools nearby lately

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Pruedrive t1_iu3vk9q wrote

Can you just not take his class?

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Purple-Blood9669 t1_iu456ub wrote

You need to chose your battles. You sound like you're willing to mess with your own life over something someone did in their life. Did this teacher do anything to you? Is it personally affecting you or any of your classmates, other than it taking up head space? I'm willing to bet that something else is up and this is a front. Are there more factors stressing you out than just discovering this teacher's record? I've wanted to remove myself from situations before and pointed to reasons that weren't the true reason. Even if it is your reason, it's still a you problem. The school sees it fit to keep this teacher on staff, so whatever they did probably doesn't bar them from employment so it's just something that you need to work through your problem with. Like other people said, just transfer out of the class.

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SSoviet_Slayer t1_iu4h745 wrote

Contact the politicians in your town the board of Ed and speak up publicly in the town boe meeting

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Ruca705 t1_iu46f8r wrote

CT Judicial Website case lookup

Use this website to search for him and find out what the charges were, if any. Search under convictions, then search under pending case. If he’s been arrested in CT it will be there and you’ll see the actual charges although there won’t be a lot of detail. (Edit: you’ll see whether he pled guilty or not, and if the case is closed you’ll be able to see what the decision was and what the sentence was if guilty.)

You can see what his felony is if it was in CT, maybe this will help clear things up for you about whether he is dangerous or not.

If this man committed a crime against children that includes violence or sexual assault, then this should be brought up to your local school board/dept of ed. (this last part is my opinion and if anyone knows better on which agency to contact please correct me.)

**Edit: disregard last edit. OP you’re gonna have to clarify some things if you wanna proceed.

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SouthWindsorHS2024 OP t1_iu4ea3b wrote

My father brought it up to them and was basically shot down after they confirmed it was my teacher who was banned from another school and arrested for previous restraining order violations as well as other stuff. This makes me more concerned over something that it looks like the school is trying to cover up now, as the first time my father called they tried to tell him it was another teacher with the same name at Manchester, but none existed and when he called back they confirmed that no it was my teacher

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Ruca705 t1_iu4ete4 wrote

I understand but that doesn’t really change what I’m suggesting for you to do in my comment. You need to know what the charges are against him and whether he is proven guilty or not. If you’re going to ask us for further advice we need to know those details too.

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SouthWindsorHS2024 OP t1_iu4f2on wrote

I'm nervous about giving too much information I'm sorry I know that makes it harder

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Ruca705 t1_iu4h0mm wrote

Do you want to talk in DM about it? I understand why you are so worried about it and I am sorry people are being so dismissive. Teachers are just humans and they are capable of hurting children just as much as anyone else, there are news articles about these types of things all the time. I just want to help you be sure that he’s been convicted of these crimes and then I’d like to help you figure out what to do next.

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himewaridesu t1_iu4q6t3 wrote

The problem is the guy has a super common name. OP isn’t being honest here and it’s frankly a lot. Being upset about something like this is legit but also

  • make sure you’ve got the right guy.
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Ruca705 t1_iu4rogx wrote

They didn’t share the name here though right? Idk how common it is. Anyway the website also shows their DOB so usually you can differentiate by their age if there’s more than one person with the same name on there.

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himewaridesu t1_iu530lv wrote

South Windsor high has two male Spanish teachers. Didn’t take a rocket scientist to figure that one out.

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Ruca705 t1_iu53np3 wrote

Uh, is there some teacher database I’m not aware of? /s I didn’t think to look up their school’s website, so I didn’t know that. Pretty much done with this post but since you guys have the names available feel free to plug them into the link I shared in my original comment and resolve this issue if you want

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himewaridesu t1_iu54rzd wrote

Yah, and it’s a nothing burger on the CT JUD website you linked.

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crymeajoanrivers t1_iu4xtn2 wrote

I don’t think that’s the same man, op said it was a teacher with “similar charges” working at his school.

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Ruca705 t1_iu52d2f wrote

Oh I see now it’s their first comment they made with their account. Yeah this post is just too vague and messy, but I wondered why they made their high school be their username yet they are scared to share info. Maybe it is all bullshit idk.

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Luxurydeals365 t1_iu5aihz wrote

Now that you point it out something feels a little off with the whole thing… Could this be a troll trying to drum up some “we kids aren’t safe at school because of our woke staff” bullshit.

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Sonakstyle t1_iu47wrw wrote

What is the crime?

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SouthWindsorHS2024 OP t1_iu4dwzc wrote

He has multiple charges, a felony for violating one of the restraining orders against him and a misdemeanor which came up as either threatening with a weapon or trying to scare people in public

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Jaymez82 t1_iu4vr2j wrote

Stop being a pussy and don't allow yourself to be alone with this teacher if you're that worried. It's not that difficult. You'll be in the presence of a lot of criminals throughout the course of your life, get used to it.

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Andrroid t1_iugtfej wrote

Paragraphs kiddo

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wherehaveubeen t1_iu40xw3 wrote

A call from a parent to the principal or even the superintendent should get this resolved.

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SouthWindsorHS2024 OP t1_iu4djd7 wrote

My father already called both and all he got was confirmation that the teacher in question was indeed the felon who was arrested last month for violating one of his restraining orders against him and then told he was not allowed any updates regarding staff and their criminal records, after they confirmed it was this teacher, the whole situation is weird and is why I am so concerned

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coolducklingcool t1_iu6d6v0 wrote

The thing is, none of this adds up. And I know you’ll tell me it does, but I promise you, you don’t have the full story.

Teachers are mandated reporters. If we have even a suspicion that a student is in danger, we are legally required to report it. To not report it is a felony and we could be prosecuted. So, relax. You don’t know what happened, but you are not in danger. If you were the school would be legally bound to remove the individual. Even if you thought it was an admin cover up, I can assure you that teachers wouldn’t simply keep quiet, knowing a dangerous individual is on the staff.

You are leaping to more conclusions than you can count.

And also, online high schools are generally a joke and dropping out will significantly affect your future. Is it really worth it? Get switched out of the class and move on.

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wwdan t1_iu6rk3u wrote

Jesus. It sounds like this guy may have had a bad breakup and acted irrationally.

We preach forgiveness, not when it impacts us, right ?

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Myke190 t1_iu47cin wrote

That's if you are believing word for word a 14-18 year old. We need more details.

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greenheart444 t1_iu5sga4 wrote

Has he done anything to you or a friend? No. Try to calm down. I understand why you would be concerned and I’m sorry you have to deal with this. But just try to release your fear until you have reason to be in fear. As of right now, everything is ok. Just don’t ever let yourself be alone with the teacher and you’ll be fine I’m sure. You are young. As another person said “You will be around a lot of criminals in your life, get used to it”. Sounds harsh but it’s true. The last time you were at a restaurant chances are there was a criminal working there. But you still went and were safe,right? Just shift your perspective to feel better. And don’t do one-on-one time, stay in your lane, don’t provoke the bear and you’ll be ok. But for gods sake if this teacher even dares do anything inappropriate then tell your parents and raise hell. Hope this helps. I’m sorry you have to deal with this.

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AlienNun7 t1_iu42pxj wrote

Orsini or Gonzalez? Which one?

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SouthWindsorHS2024 OP t1_iu4drgx wrote

I can't answer that I'm sorry, but yes the school confirmed it was my teacher that has the felony for violating one of his restraining orders out against him which makes me more scared because this teacher already made me feel like something was off before finding out he was a felon with restraining orders against him

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Bent_Umbrella t1_iu4t975 wrote

So you have a problem with the school not releasing information to you about the teacher but you won't give information either? You sound like the school that you're complaining about.

If it's that big of a problem for you talk to your guidance counselor about your options for switching classes, schools, or any other options that may be available to you.

Be aware that the world is full of people with criminal records, you can't avoid them all. Some you may never even know have criminal records.

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SouthWindsorHS2024 OP t1_iu50zlv wrote

No but I have gotten a lot of messages I'm PM saying I'm not allowed to say his name, I believe all of the information should be public as my dad pulled up my teachers Docket # and then the school confirmed it was him after my dad told them the docket number and his age 36 and they said yes that's him on the docket and that they won't tell him anything as he doesn't need to know about my teachers lives outside of school

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Xander_Crewz42 t1_iu4084v wrote

This is a case of bring it to the people. Write up everything and send it to some media outlets. Scumbags hide in the shadows, shine some light on this district/school. Don’t be afraid to name and shame, especially any “officials” that have been stonewalling you

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AhbabaOooMaoMao t1_iu5iyg8 wrote

Presenting a case to the people means presenting it in civil court.

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SouthWindsorHS2024 OP t1_iu520vg wrote

My dad called the school and the office for the schools I think he called it the superintendents assistant and said both gave the same response of confirmation it was that teacher and then saying he wasn't entitled to know what was going on other than inside the school which is that the teacher is there every day teaching, are those different offices? I can ask my dad to call again but I am afraid to

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SouthWindsorHS2024 OP t1_iu3v75k wrote

My teacher was confirmed to be banned from Charles Barrows Stem academy in a nearby town but I could not get any more details than it was for crimes against a child and that the kids there are safe now.

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Creepy_Meringue3014 t1_iu42gh6 wrote

But we’re the crimes confirmed, or was the teacher removed bc the parents in question had $ and he was costing more than parents were offering?
was his felony for child molestation of a student? Or voting at the wrong precinct. A 2 yo in the state I’m from was issued a felony ticket for urinating in his front yard.

im not trying to trash you feelings here, but teachers are vetted. why would you blow up your future over smtg, that really is literally none of your business, seems to pose no harm to you

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SouthWindsorHS2024 OP t1_iu51mr9 wrote

I don't have all of that only that he has been arrested for violating a restraining order and another charge that when I looked it up says it is a charge for threatening with a weapon in a public place or threatening people in public. These may be why he was banned from there but it does not say anything other than a town name

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Creepy_Meringue3014 t1_iu5oeuq wrote

>at only that he has been arrested for violating a restraining order and another charge that when I looked it up says it is a charge for threatening with a weapon in a public place or threatening peop

Put the paper down and go to school before you ruin your life. For all you know he could have a mental health disease and was in distress at that time. Nothing he did in the past is preventing your learning. When it does, that is when you complain. If you're not trolling, then you're young and have a lot of growing up to do. One thing you will, hopefully, come to learn is that people deserve grace. Jail is the punishment. once jail terms are over, so is the punishment. The restitution is his own business. Not yours.

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MS814 t1_iu3y9bu wrote

Start blowing up their spot, say his name, put it everywhere. Leave fliers, etc. Make sure the whole town knows that it's not their secret anymore.

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cosmicness t1_iu43pn6 wrote

Not saying the teachers crimes aren’t awful but what do you expect a human being to do after making a mistake? Just fuck off and die?

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nickcliff t1_iu451qa wrote

This dude has crimes against kids, he shouldn’t be working with kids. He can work like literally anywhere else.

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