On Saturday, May 3, 2008, Lincoln Middle School teacher Tom Beltran was taken into custody by the Santa Monica Police Department for alleged child molestation. Superintendent Dianne Talarico and district staff are working closely with the police in this ongoing investigation.
“Our highest priority is to ensure the safety of our children and our entire Lincoln Middle School community,”
states Superintendent Dianne Talarico.
“We will make every effort to ensure that our students, staff, families and community are supported during this difficult time.”
After a meeting this afternoon with district staff, Lincoln Middle School administration, staff and PTA, it has been determined that school will be open tomorrow, Monday, May 5 and testing will take place as planned. In addition, Counselors will available at the school throughout the week and District senior staff will be available on campus to assist and support staff and students.
For more information, please call the Superintendent’s Office at 310-450-8338 extension 241 or 220
(I guess this shows how we got to be another school district of excellence.)
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