Thompson, David P.Krimbill, Elisabeth M.2024-02-022024-02-0220169781369440546https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12588/2815The author has granted permission for their work to be available to the general public.This phenomenological study examines the impact of educator sexual misconduct on the secondary school community as seen through the lens of the principal. This study offers a greater understanding for school leaders who may face this challenging situation and provide insight into the impact educator sexual misconduct has on the school community. Through the open-ended interview protocol, participants reflected on their experiences of the events surrounding the accusation, investigation, loss of certification, and possible conviction and sentencing of a teacher on their staff who engaged in a sexual relationship with a student.197 pagesapplication/pdfEducator ethicsEducator misconductEducator sexual misconductPhenomenological researchSchool lawTitle IX violationsEducational leadershipEducational administrationEducation policyThesis