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In the last month, three educators from the West Valley have been arrested, and accused of crimes against students in a sexual nature.
On April 10, Peoria police announced the arrest of 37-year-old Patrick Battillo, a Peoria High School basketball coach, volunteer in the schools and prominent sports fan who was also known as “Mr. ORNG.” Police arrested Battillo on charges related to child sex crimes. According to court documents, Battillo allegedly solicited several inappropriate photos and videos from underaged students in exchange for money.
“Part of our team actually checks every single fingerprint clearance card that's applied for in education in Arizona,” Ross said. The board said part of the reason for the increase is more staffing and improved efficiency for processing investigations. Discipline can be negotiated depending on the allegations, and what is decided by the committee will then be passed on to the board for approval. Educators can ask to appeal decisions made.
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