A teacher from Linglestown Middle School in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, resigned after allegations surfaced of her pushing and stomping on a special needs student. The incident reportedly occurred in January when a twelve-year-old non-verbal student attempted to kick 27-year-old Myrakle Stokes. According to WHP-TV, Stokes was immediately placed on leave following the incident and resigned nearly three weeks later. She has been cited for harassment.
The Central Dauphin School District has not provided further comments on the situation, but the case has drawn significant attention from the local community. The district's response to the incident highlights the ongoing challenges schools face in managing and addressing allegations of misconduct, especially involving vulnerable students.
As the legal process unfolds, the case may lead to further discussions on the protocols and training necessary to prevent such incidents in educational settings. Anyone who needs to talk can call 800-273-8255 no matter the time of day.