November 15, 2023
November 15, 2023
Dear District 67 and District 115 Families and Staff:
I am writing you regarding an action taken by the District 67 Board of Education at last night’s Board meeting.
Consistent with the requirements in the School Code for the dismissal and suspension of a tenured teacher without pay, last night the Board approved my recommended for the termination of Deer Path Middle School math teacher Paul Brock, based on three charges:
For misrepresenting his employment history in the course of the application process with District 67;
For engaging, while at another school district, in a personal and sexually grooming relationship with a middle school student;
For misrepresenting his relationship with the student in the prior school district and not being forthright in the course of District 67’s investigation of his relationship with the prior student.
As you might imagine, this is not something we take lightly. We have offered Mr. Brock all due process as outlined by the School Code and honored all legal and contractual obligations. Following investigation, it became clear that all three charges were fully supported by evidence.
Last night’s Board action demonstrates just how seriously we take our obligation to student safety and the highest professional standards. Our students look to teachers, staff, and building leaders for guidance, support, and mentorship. Anything less is unacceptable.
As a reminder, we encourage anyone with knowledge of misconduct, past or present, to email HumanResources@lfschools.net or contact local law enforcement. The Text For Help crisis hotline is also available as provided by LEAD at 844-823-5323 (community code: LAKECO).
Sincerely,
Matthew L. Montgomery, Ph.D.
Superintendent
Lake Forest School Districts 67 and 115
300 S.Waukegan Rd.
Lake Forest, IL 60045
O: 847-604-7420