Pa. teacher removed from class over 'sexting' claim

WASHINGTON, Pa. (AP) — A western Pennsylvania high school teacher has been removed from the classroom over allegations that he “sexted” an 18-year-old female student.

Paul Kasunich, the Trinity Area School District superintendent, has confirmed the incident is being investigated internally and was referred to the state police. No charges have been filed and Kasunich says the school’s investigation is continuing.

Kasunich told the school board Thursday night that officials learned of the “inappropriate communications” sometime in the previous two days.

“Sexting” is sending sexually suggestive messages or pictures using a cell phone.

School and police authorities have not identified anyone involved in the incident.