Teacher Sexual Abuse - again

[richlevy]

I believe that we have had this discussion a few times on some individual cases, but this story has some background.

This is not a new issue. I couldn't successfully fact check this, but I seem to remember hearing or reading about an English headmaster in the 18th or 19th century who was dismissed and then reinstated for sexual abuse. It seems that they considered him the best man for the job despite his problem.

From here

Sexual misconduct plagues U.S. schools, AP reports

(AP) -- A young teacher in Iowa sheepishly admits that he fondled a fifth-grader's breast. But he doesn't lose his teaching license until one persistent victim and her family go public -- 40 years after the first accusation.

• Story Highlights
• AP: Educators were punished in 2,500 sex cases from bizarre to sadistic
• Accused are overwhelmingly male, often popular, recognized for excellence
• Quiet punishments allow many violators move on to other schools
• One in 10 victimized children reports sexual abuse, say academic studies