A Trust Betrayed
Update on Sexual Misconduct in Schools
Follow Education Week’s continuing coverage examining the widespread effects of sexual misconduct on students, educators, and the community. The articles below are an update to the 1998 series addressing issues of concern such as prevention and response to inappropriate behavior, legal history and policy of sexual abuse cases, and student-faculty relationships in higher education. Read the original 1998 series, A Trust Betrayed.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Family Heals After Teacher-Student Relationship
Propelled by a sense of injustice, Michelle Palmer has spoken out about her daughter's case involving teacher-student sex.
Student Well-Being & Movement
No Easy Answers for Schools In Misconduct Inquiries
Four educators from the same school pleaded guilty to having sex with their students. The prosecutor praised the officials' cooperation.
School Climate & Safety
States Target Sexual Abuse By Educators
It's long been easy to find reports of sexual misconduct by school employees. But now, some state policymakers are starting to pay attention.