Frisco elementary school teacher charged with felony after alleged assault on student, police say A Frisco elementary school teacher has been charged with a felony after allegedly physically assaulting a student, according to police. Patricia Kemper, 54, a staff member at McSpedden Elementary, turned herself in to authorities earlier this week and is facing charges of injury to a child, a third-degree felony that could result in 2 to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. The charges stem from an allegation reported by Frisco Independent School District to law enforcement, which triggered a joint investigation between the district and Frisco police. The school district confirmed it has been cooperating fully with authorities since the incident came to light. Kemper, who was placed on administrative leave, is currently prohibited from entering any district property and has not been on campus or in proximity to students since the allegation was made, according to a district news release. Frisco ISD emphasized its limited ability to share details due to ongoing investigations and confidentiality laws protecting personnel. The district stated counselors and administrators are available to support affected students. Authorities are seeking additional information about the incident and have urged anyone with relevant details to contact Frisco Police Department at (972) 292-6010 or submit anonymous tips via text or the Frisco PD app. The case remains under active investigation.#frisco_police_department #frisco_elementary_school #patricia_kemper #frisco_independent_school_district #mcspedden_elementary
Frisco Elementary School Teacher Arrested for Alleged Student Injury A teacher at McSpedden Elementary School in Frisco, Texas, has been arrested and charged with injury to a child after allegations surfaced regarding an incident involving a student. Patricia Kemper, a 54-year-old educator with Frisco ISD, turned herself in to the Collin County Sheriff’s Office earlier this week following the filing of charges. The arrest came after an investigation by the Frisco Police Department, which was initiated following reports of the alleged physical assault. Frisco ISD confirmed that Kemper has been placed on administrative leave and is prohibited from entering school property. The district stated that she has not been on campus or in proximity to students since the allegations were made. In a statement provided to FOX 4, the district emphasized its commitment to student safety, noting that it has been working closely with law enforcement since becoming aware of the incident. The district also acknowledged the gravity of the allegations and the trust families place in schools, vowing to support law enforcement and ensure a safe learning environment. Details about the child involved or the nature of the alleged altercation remain undisclosed. The ongoing criminal investigation has limited the district’s ability to share further information, as per personnel confidentiality laws and the status of the case. Frisco ISD reiterated that it will continue to cooperate with authorities as the investigation progresses. The district also urged anyone with information or concerns about the case to contact the Frisco Police Department directly. Anonymous tips can be submitted via the Frisco PD app or by texting “FRISCOPD” and the tip to 847411 (tip411).#frisco_elementary_school #mcspedden_elementary_school #frisco_isd #collin_county_sheriff_s_office #frisco_police_department
