Wake County Teacher Arrested for Felony Assault on Disabled Students

Several incidents involving teachers and staff accused of assaulting students, particularly those with disabilities, have sparked lawsuits and criminal charges across the United States. In Baltimore County, a high school student sued her AP Spanish teacher and school board after being assaulted, with the teacher remaining employed despite the allegations. In North Carolina, a special education teacher at Carver Elementary School was arrested and charged with multiple felony assaults on disabled children, highlighting ongoing concerns about the safety and support for special needs students in the district. Similarly, in Texas, a 17-year-old special needs student was arrested and charged as an adult for allegedly attacking a teacher, raising questions about the handling of students with mental disabilities within the justice and education systems. These cases underscore the broader challenges in ensuring safe learning environments, proper staff training, and adequate resources to support vulnerable students. The incidents have prompted calls for accountability, better protective measures, and comprehensive reforms in school policies and special education services.