Just chiming in with the usual official channels.
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Official FCPD press release--
Teacher Charged with Distributing Marijuana
"A 17-year-old student from Chantilly High School received a small amount of marijuana from a 53-year-old teacher. On Friday, March 17 at approximately 11 a.m., the teacher allegedly gave marijuana to the boy in a school hallway after class. The student brought the drugs to a school security officer and police were called to investigate. Thomas Newlun, of 5897 Moore Road in Marshall, VA, was arrested today at approximately 1 a.m. in Fauquier County by Fauquier County Sheriff’s deputies. He was charged with distribution of marijuana on school property, distribution of marijuana to a minor and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. He was taken to the Fauquier County Adult Detention Center and released on bond."
--Letter that went home to parents--
Dear %NAME,
This morning I was made aware that a member of the Chantilly High School faculty was arrested yesterday and charged with possession and distribution of a controlled substance while on Chantilly High School property. These charges stem from an incident that occurred on Friday morning. The Chantilly High School Resource Officer, as a member of Fairfax County Police, is participating in the investigation surrounding this incident. The staff member arrested has been placed on administrative leave. A Fairfax County Public Schools investigation is ongoing.
We know that you are concerned for the safety of your children. Please remind your child that he or she should never take any kind of drug and should always report suspicious activity to a trusted adult. Your help, and your positive reinforcement of both the school's and your expectations, help to make our efforts effective.
We will continue to keep you informed as appropriate. Classes have and will continue to proceed normally while the police conduct their investigation. I want to commend our students and staff for handling this inconvenience calmly and wish to thank you and our community for all your continued support.
Sincerely,
James Kacur, Principal
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Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 03/20/2006 09:58PM by Cary.
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