Who Is Kaitlynn Bethany Kirkland? Athens Teacher Accused

Kaitlynn Bethany Kirkland
Kaitlynn Bethany Kirkland

Kaitlynn Bethany Kirkland is a 25 year old woman from Athens, Texas. She has been accused of having an improper relationship with a student in the Athens Independent School District.

Kaitlynn Bethany Kirkland Allegations

Kirkland Ordered To Stay Off Social Media, Away From Student. “During a hearing Wednesday, 392nd District Court Judge R. Scott McKee set Kirkland’s bond conditions that order her to not have contact with the student in the case and that she should stay off social media. McKee also set the next court date for Nov. 10.” [Tyler Morning Telegraph]

Kirkland Charged With Crimes In 2020. “Kaitlynn Bethany Kirkland, 24, of Athens was charged with improper relationship between an educator and a student and tampering or fabricating evidence, according to Henderson County Jail records. On the same day of her arrest, she posted bonds totaling $14,500.” [Longview News-Journal]

Athens ISD “Disappointed” In Arrest. “We are saddened and disappointed by the alleged behavior of this former employee. District leadership will continue to take swift action, working in full cooperation with law enforcement, in response to any potential violation of the trust between students and educators.” [Athens ISD Statement]