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Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Yahoo
Ohio teacher accused of following student's bus home facing criminal charge
An Ohio teacher is facing criminal charges after allegedly following a student's bus home to check if they finished their homework, according to our CBS affiliate in Toledo, WTOL-11 TV. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] William Hilt is a sixth-grade teacher at Hull Prairie Intermediate School in the Perrysburg Exempted Village School District. He was placed on administrative leave in March and police opened an investigation. TRENDING STORIES: Man charged with murder after strangulation death of his own niece Upscale Italian steakhouse to open in downtown Dayton Bondi instructs federal prosecutors to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione WTOL-11 reports that Hilt pleaded not guilty to a criminal trespassing charge in Perrysburg Municipal Court Tuesday morning. He was also issued a no-contact order. Perrysburg police said a parent contacted the Hull Prairie Intermediate School principal about the incident last month. The student's father got home and reportedly found Hilt at his front door, according to WTOL-11. Hilt allegedly told the father that he was making sure the student finished their assignment because the class would get a pizza party if everyone finished their work. A police report obtained by WTOL-11 found that the parent told the principal they didn't know Hilt was planning on coming to this house and 'found it to be really weird and concerning.' Hilt has taught in the district since September 2021, according to WTOL-11. The school's website indicates that he is a leader with the Ohio Council for Social Studies and has testified before the Ohio House Primary and Secondary Education Committee. Perrysburg Schools Superintendent Tom Holser released a message to the community on Tuesday, which was obtained by WTOL-11. 'We would like to provide an update on the matter we reported to you on March 21 regarding a situation involving a staff member at Hull Prairie Intermediate School (HPI). We have been informed that the Perrysburg Schools teacher who was recently placed on administrative leave is now facing a charge of criminal trespassing as described in the Ohio Revised Code Section 2911.21. As we shared previously, a report was made by the family of a current HPI student, who informed school administrators that the teacher arrived unannounced at their home after the school day. According to the police report, the teacher requested the student retrieve a missing homework assignment. During this interaction, a parent arrived home, confronted the teacher on the front porch, and later emailed the building administrators. The teacher was placed on administrative leave before the start of the next school day and a police investigation was opened about the incident. The teacher will remain on administrative leave pending the outcome of the school district's investigation, which is still underway. We remain in close communication with law enforcement and are continuing our internal review, consistent with the Ohio Revised Code and the applicable collective bargaining agreement. As this remains an active legal matter, and due to the protections afforded by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and employee due process rights, we are limited in the details we can provide. However, we want to reiterate that Perrysburg Schools takes this situation—and any concerns involving student safety—very seriously. Student safety and well-being are at the heart of everything we do. Perrysburg Schools expects all staff to act with professionalism, good judgment, and respect for appropriate boundaries. When we become aware that an employee's actions may not align with those expectations, we respond promptly and follow all required legal and contractual procedures. This ensures accountability, protects due process, and maintains the integrity of any investigation. We are thankful to the family who brought this matter to our attention promptly and encourage all students and families to speak up if they ever feel uncomfortable or have concerns about any aspect of their educational experience. We will continue to keep our community informed as we are legally permitted to do so. Thank you for your support as we work to uphold the trust placed in our schools and maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment for all Perrysburg students.' Holser said in a statement. The police report shows that Hilt said he asked the student if he could follow their bus home and sometimes does this for other students. In an email to the principal, the student's parents said they found it strange that a teacher would do this as the district uses an online portal that allows students and teachers to upload and email assignments, according to WTOL-11. News Center 7 will continue to follow this story. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Yahoo
Ohio teacher placed on leave after allegedly visiting student's home to demand missing homework
An Ohio teacher has been placed on administrative leave after a student's family reported that the educator showed up at their home to demand missing homework. The teacher showed up unannounced at the student's home on Wednesday and requested that the child grab the missing homework assignment, the family said. During the interaction between the teacher and the student, a parent arrived home and confronted the teacher on the front porch. The Hull Prairie Intermediate School (HPI) teacher will remain on leave pending the outcome of an investigation, Perrysburg Schools officials said in a statement. School Bus Caught On Camera Engulfed In Flames After Driver's 'Quick Response' Saves Students From Inferno The parent later e-mailed school administrators to inform them of the incident, and the teacher was placed on leave the following day. Police also opened an investigation into the incident. Read On The Fox News App "While we are limited in what we can share due to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the ongoing police investigation, please be assured that we take any concerns regarding student safety with the utmost seriousness," Perrysburg Schools Superintendent Thomas Hosler said in a message to families. "The well-being of our students remains our highest priority, and we are fully cooperating with law enforcement authorities," Hosler continued. High School Basketball Player Goes Below The Belt On Opponent In Cheap Shot During District Championship Game The school district is "committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for all students," Hosler said, adding that staff members are expected to "uphold professional boundaries" and "exercise sound judgment" in accordance with their legal, professional and ethical responsibilities. Hosler said the district will take action when a staff member's actions do not align with these standards. The district is following all required procedures outlined in the Ohio Revised Code and the applicable collective bargaining agreement, he noted. "These steps are essential to ensure due process is followed, protect the integrity of the investigation, and preserve the district's ability to take appropriate action in response to the incident," Hosler said. He continued, "We are grateful to the family who reported this concern immediately, allowing us to act quickly. We encourage all students and families to speak up whenever they have concerns about staff conduct so we can address them right away. We appreciate your patience and understanding as this investigation continues. We will provide updates as we are able, within the limits of the law."Original article source: Ohio teacher placed on leave after allegedly visiting student's home to demand missing homework
Fox News
25-03-2025
- Fox News
Ohio teacher placed on leave after allegedly visiting student's home to demand missing homework
An Ohio teacher has been placed on administrative leave after a student's family reported that the educator showed up at their home to demand missing homework. The teacher showed up unannounced at the student's home on Wednesday and requested that the child grab the missing homework assignment, the family said. During the interaction between the teacher and the student, a parent arrived home and confronted the teacher on the front porch. The Hull Prairie Intermediate School (HPI) teacher will remain on leave pending the outcome of an investigation, Perrysburg Schools officials said in a statement. The parent later e-mailed school administrators to inform them of the incident, and the teacher was placed on leave the following day. Police also opened an investigation into the incident. "While we are limited in what we can share due to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the ongoing police investigation, please be assured that we take any concerns regarding student safety with the utmost seriousness," Perrysburg Schools Superintendent Thomas Hosler said in a message to families. "The well-being of our students remains our highest priority, and we are fully cooperating with law enforcement authorities," Hosler continued. The school district is "committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for all students," Hosler said, adding that staff members are expected to "uphold professional boundaries" and "exercise sound judgment" in accordance with their legal, professional and ethical responsibilities. Hosler said the district will take action when a staff member's actions do not align with these standards. The district is following all required procedures outlined in the Ohio Revised Code and the applicable collective bargaining agreement, he noted. "These steps are essential to ensure due process is followed, protect the integrity of the investigation, and preserve the district's ability to take appropriate action in response to the incident," Hosler said. He continued, "We are grateful to the family who reported this concern immediately, allowing us to act quickly. We encourage all students and families to speak up whenever they have concerns about staff conduct so we can address them right away. We appreciate your patience and understanding as this investigation continues. We will provide updates as we are able, within the limits of the law."
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Yahoo
Ohio school teacher follows student's bus home to check if they finished homework, police say
A teacher is on administrative leave and under investigation after reportedly following a student's bus home Wednesday to check if the student finished their homework. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] According to Perrysburg police, a concerned parent contacted the principal of Hull Prairie Intermediate School, CBS affiliate WTOL reported. TRENDING STORIES: Street reopens after closing due to partial building collapse in downtown Dayton Winning lottery ticket sold in Miami Valley Over 200 farm animals rescued from Ohio property Police said the student's father came home to find the teacher at the front door. The teacher reportedly stated that he was confirming the student completed their assignment because the class would receive a pizza party if all students completed their assignments, WTOL reported. A police report said the parent told the principal they were unaware the teacher was planning on coming to their home and 'found it to be really weird and concerning.' The teacher claimed he sometimes does this for students and asked the student if he could follow the bus. Perrysburg superintendent Tom Hosler shared a statement on the district's website which said in part, "While we are limited in what we can share due to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the ongoing police investigation, please be assured that we take any concerns regarding student safety with the utmost seriousness. The well-being of our students remains our highest priority, and we are fully cooperating with law enforcement authorities." We will continue to follow this story. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
