Updated 09/12/2024 9:05 a.m.
By SALINA POST
USD 305 and the Salina Police Department (SPD) are actively investigating a report of a student injury that occurred during class in a weight room at Salina South Middle School.
According to a statement issued by USD 305 Communications Director Jennifer Camien, "The safety and well-being of our students remain our top priority. We are committed to conducting a thorough review."
Salina Public Schools (SPS) Human Resources is actively investigating the report. According to school officials the student received medical care under the supervision of parents/guardians.
"Due to privacy laws regarding personnel matters, there are things we cannot report publicly at this time," Camien said.
In accordance with district procedures, the teacher involved has been placed on administrative leave.
"We want the SPS community to know it is our goal to provide a safe environment. Student safety and education remain the district’s top priorities," a statement from USD 305 reads.
The Salina Police Department has been made aware the incident and officers are actively investigating to determine if any criminal acts were committed.
Salina Post was made aware of the incident after it received a news tip.
Salina Post will update this story as new information becomes availble