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North Texas teacher placed on leave after report of "inappropriate communications' with a student, district confirms

The school district in Wise County says it's investigating the incident.
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BOYD, Texas — A North Texas teacher was placed on leave after a report of “inappropriate electronic communications” sent from a teacher to a student outside of school hours, the district confirms.

Boyd ISD in Wise County says the teacher was placed on leave and the district began an investigation after they received the report. The district says the incident was also reported to authorities.

The district says there’s currently no indication more than one student was involved. It’s unclear which school in Boyd ISD the teacher taught at.

“The District’s primary concern is always for the safety and security of our students,” Boyd ISD said in a statement. “Parents may contact Tom Woody, Superintendent with any concerns about that child’s safety.”

The district declined to comment further, citing the ongoing investigation.

WFAA has reached out to Boyd police for a statement.

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