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KCCI is learning more about why an Iowa school district terminated its school counselor.The Atlantic Community School District fired Jesse McCann last month after parents and community members demanded answers regarding allegations of inappropriate conduct.According to district officials, a report was made in January alleging that McCann engaged in inappropriate behavior. KCCI obtained an email from the superintendent outlining the findings of the district’s investigation.The email states that McCann sent inappropriate messages and engaged in inappropriate conduct toward at least one student. The district also determined that McCann failed to maintain a safe and productive professional learning environment and that his conduct affected his ability to serve as a positive role model for students.The Atlantic School Board voted to terminate McCann’s contract on Feb. 11.The Atlantic Police Department has confirmed it is investigating McCann. So far, no criminal charges have been filed.
KCCI is learning more about why an Iowa school district terminated its school counselor.
The Atlantic Community School District fired Jesse McCann last month after parents and community members demanded answers regarding allegations of inappropriate conduct.
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According to district officials, a report was made in January alleging that McCann engaged in inappropriate behavior. KCCI obtained an email from the superintendent outlining the findings of the district’s investigation.
The email states that McCann sent inappropriate messages and engaged in inappropriate conduct toward at least one student. The district also determined that McCann failed to maintain a safe and productive professional learning environment and that his conduct affected his ability to serve as a positive role model for students.
The Atlantic School Board voted to terminate McCann’s contract on Feb. 11.
The Atlantic Police Department has confirmed it is investigating McCann. So far, no criminal charges have been filed.



