Charter school employee terminated for ‘inappropriate relationship with a student,’ per official

The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office is investigating following an alleged “inappropriate relationship” between a now former school employee and a student.
Published: Nov. 3, 2023 at 11:30 AM EDT|Updated: Nov. 3, 2023 at 6:11 PM EDT
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COLUMBUS COUNTY, N.C. (WECT) - Classical Charter Schools of Whiteville has announced that the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office is investigating following an alleged “inappropriate relationship” between a now former school employee and a student.

According to an announcement from the school, the involved employee was fired on Wednesday, Nov. 1, following “an investigation involving the student’s parents and local law enforcement.”

There is no indication that any other student or employee was involved.

WECT has reached out to the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office for additional details. Updates will be provided once more details become available.