The Brief
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A former Fort Bend ISD teacher, Kara Hernandez, was arrested on Feb. 14 for allegedly having an improper relationship with a middle school student.
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Hernandez faces charges of indecency with a child involving sexual contact and an improper relationship between an educator and a student.
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Fort Bend ISD says Hernandez resigned in September 2024 during the district’s investigation.
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – A now former Fort Bend ISD teacher has been arrested and faces two charges after allegedly having an improper relationship with a middle school student.
Former Fort Bend ISD teacher arrested
What we know
Kara Hernandez, 31, formerly worked at Ronald Thornton Middle School in Fort Bend ISD before her arrest on Feb. 14. According to Fort Bend ISD, allegations of past inappropriate conduct by a Thornton Middle School staff member were brought to the district’s attention by a former student in September.
According to the district, Hernandez resigned during its investigation.
Hernandez now faces two charges: indecency with a child involving sexual contact and an improper relationship between an educator and a student.
Hernandez has a $50,000 bond, with $25,000 for each charge. Her court date has been reset to April 28.
School’s response
What they’re saying
In a letter sent to parents at the school, Fort Bend ISD stated, “Recently, allegations of past inappropriate conduct by a Thornton Middle School staff member were brought to the district’s attention by a former student. Fort Bend ISD immediately began an investigation, and the staff member was immediately removed from the campus and placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation. The staff member will not be returning to FBISD.”
The district also sent the following statement to FOX 26: “The district took action immediately after allegations came to light, and during our investigation the teacher resigned in lieu of termination in September 2024.”
Contact FBISD Police
What you can do
If any student, staff member, or parents have concerns or information regarding inappropriate conduct, please contact FBISD Police at 281-634-5500 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 281-491-8477.
The Source
FOX 26’s Jonathan Mejia obtained court documents and the warrant for Kara Jessica Hernandez and reached out to Fort Bend ISD.
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