Teacher Accused of Theft

(Batavia, Ohio) A 36-year-old teacher at Southern Hills Career and Technical Center, Jacqueline "Jackie" Mathews, was arrested this month for alleged theft.

Reportedly, Mathews was a volunteer sales manager for the livestock sales committee and stole more than $500 but less than $5,000 from funds associated with the Clermont County Agricultural Society.

Mathews pleaded not guilty at her arraignment and was released on bond.

Southern Hills Career and Technical Center Superintendent Charles Guarino has adopted a wait and see attitude regarding Mathews' alleged offense.