The Chattanooga community is grappling with safety concerns following a teacher's arrest.
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Sponsor Our ArticlesThe arrest of Kenya White, an 8th grade English teacher at Chattanooga Preparatory School, has left residents in shock. Facing serious charges including sexual exploitation of a minor and kidnapping, questions have arisen about the school’s hiring practices and safety protocols. Concerns about internal communications and inadequate background checks have also emerged, prompting calls for a state investigation into the matter.
In a shocking turn of events, Chattanooga residents are grappling with the troubling news surrounding a recently arrested teacher from Chattanooga Preparatory School. Kenya White, who served as an 8th grade English teacher, was taken into custody in February 2025, facing serious charges that include sexual exploitation of a minor, solicitation of a minor, and even kidnapping. This alarming incident has left many questioning the hiring practices and safety protocols at the school.
It all began when the investigation into Mr. White’s past came to light. Prior to teaching at Chattanooga Prep, he worked at East Lake Academy in 2023. This position led to disciplinary actions against him, which should have raised red flags. However, in January 2024, the school hired him anyway. It has since been revealed that internal communications within Chattanooga Prep showed staff members discussing their concerns about White during the hiring process, mainly due to the ongoing investigation into his previous employment.
Increasing concerns have arisen regarding the school’s hiring practices. The Department of Children’s Services (DCS) revealed that Chattanooga Preparatory School was not adequately set up to conduct background checks on its employees. Micah Bess, the interim CEO, claimed they utilized the DCS portal for these checks, but DCS has contradicted this statement, raising even more questions about how the school handled the hiring of staff with troubled backgrounds.
As investigations unfold, there have been significant shake-ups within the school’s administration. Principal Diamond Kelley has been placed on administrative leave, while Dr. Angelnetta Ulmer, the HR Coordinator, has opted for early retirement. These developments point to the gravity of the situation and the potential fallout for those in charge of ensuring the safety of the students.
Kenya White is currently facing an impressive 14 charges related to his alleged actions involving minors. As the police continue their investigation, additional victims are being sought, which complicates the narrative even further. Community members are grappling with the reality that someone they trusted with their children’s education might not have had their best interests at heart.
In the wake of this disturbing situation, Tennessee Representative John Ray Clemmons has called for a thorough state investigation into Chattanooga Prep’s hiring practices. Many community members are echoing these sentiments, demanding accountability and a commitment to ensuring that no such oversight occurs in the future.
While Mr. White was lauded as the teacher of the month just a month after his hire, the reality of the internal investigations paints a much darker picture. With the police investigation and state inquiry still ongoing, the shadow of this scandal continues to loom over Chattanooga Preparatory School.
Chattanooga’s citizens are understandably on edge, questioning how this could happen in their community. Parents are left wondering about the safety protocols in place designed to protect their children from potential harm. As this story unfolds, there is hope for improved standards to prevent any future hiring oversight. The community stands united, seeking justice for the victims and answers to how this could have happened in the first place.
As this story evolves, we will keep you updated on any developments regarding the investigation into Kenya White and the future of Chattanooga Preparatory School. For now, the community remains in a state of shock, eager for answers and urgent changes to ensure the safety of its students.
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