Salem Special Ed Teacher On Leave After Caught Under The Influence Of An Illicit Substance While On School Property

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A special education teacher at Salem School has been placed on administrative leave, the district announced Monday evening. According to a statement released to KCE and parents, the teacher has been placed on administrative leave since he was discovered “under the influence of an illicit substance” on October 3, 2024.

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**Dr. Vicki King – Superintendent, Salem School District**

Salem School District superintendent, Dr. Vicki King told parents:

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“Local law enforcement and the School Resource Officer from Central High School are conducting an ongoing investigation, and the staff member in question was immediately placed on administrative leave.

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Because this is a personnel matter, we cannot share further details at this time. However, please know that we take this situation very seriously. We are working closely with police officials as they proceed with their investigation.

We wanted our families to be aware of this situation and our response to it. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. We will provide updates as we can.”

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According to the call log, the Sheriff’s Department was dispatched to the school, located at 8828 Antioch Rd in Salem, at about 4:24 p.m. for a call for service that dispatchers classified as a “mental health call.”

KCE has reached out to the Sheriff’s Department and will share more as we learn details.

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Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. Mathewson was born and raised in Lake County, IL and worked as a police & fire dispatcher from 2005 to 2010 in Round Lake Beach, IL. Mathewson moved to Kenosha County in 2006, later being elected to the position of Alderman of the 8th District in 2012 and 2016. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. He loves his country and community.

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Anonymous says:

October 21, 2024 at 11:39 PM

“Under the influence of an illicit substance” is awfully vague. I’m concerned but will withhold judgment until there are more details.

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Someone please explain says:

October 22, 2024 at 12:12 AM

In government, here it’s a school, they always say that they will not/can not talk about the situation because it’s a “personal issue”.

We the taxpayers pay these salaries. Period !!

We ARE the Bosses. Albeit behind the scenes.

Still, can someone tell me why we are “not allowed” to know ?

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Anonymous says:

October 22, 2024 at 12:38 AM

Always enjoyed listening to Miss Vicki’s husband sing “Tip Toe Through The Tulips” in falsetto. Big hit.

Salem, WI. Teachers aid fired for alleged rape(s) of children, Special Ed. teacher allegedly “high” at high school. Friendly fireman allegedly flying drones over and filming Salem Lakes hoarders.

Kevin, what next? (Stay tuned).

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