AHPS Releases Statement Following Former Employee’s Conviction, Details Response Timeline

ALLEGHANY COUNTY, VA (VR) – Alleghany Highland Public Schools (AHPS) is aware of a press release issued by the Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office today that a paraprofessional formerly employed by AHPS has been convicted and sentenced on charges relating to the delinquency of a minor.

According to that press release, the Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office received information on February 23, 2026, that led to the initiation of its criminal investigation. AHPS first learned of the allegations and the criminal investigation on April 28, 2026, when the former employee reported to her building principal her need to meet for an interview with law enforcement. The former employee was promptly placed on administrative leave and, thereafter, she did not return to work.

Following review of the circumstances and in accordance with division policies, applicable law, and due process requirements, the School Board terminated the employee’s contract in May 2026. Prior to April 28, 2026, AHPS was not aware of the allegations or the criminal charges against the former employee.