MASSACHUSETTS
Fox Boston
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MEDFORD, Mass. (MyFoxBoston.com) — The mother of one of the alleged victims of a guidance counselor who is being investigated for having sex with her students spoke out Monday about how she found out.
Jenna Tarabelsi is on paid leave from her position as career counselor at Medford Vocational Technical High School after students complained about her, saying she allegedly had a relationship with at least one student.
The mother says she is speaking out because she wants to let other alleged victims know they are not alone, and she says her son feels the same way.
A letter from the Department of Children and Families was stuck inside her front door three weeks ago. …
Since FOX25’s story ran Friday, several viewers contacted us saying Tarabelsi taught them at different schools.
The principal at Arlington Catholic High School confirmed Tarabelsi was a teacher here for the 2009-2010 school year.
“Her duties were split as a part time counselor for a group of freshman students and a theology teacher part time as well. No allegations were ever brought forth by any student or parent regarding Ms. Tarabelsi,” the principal said.
Former students and sources told FOX25 Tarabelsi also taught at Pope John High School in Everett. The Archdiocese of Boston said they do not comment on personnel matters.
“It’s none of the children’s fault and they step forward and be brave enough for her to be held accountable,” the Medford mother said. “I just want the schools to be safe.”
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