Kissing-Licking Teacher Reinstated

(Camden County, New Jersey) Last spring, a 42-year-old Spanish teacher at Haddon Township High School, Pamela Maier, was suspended for kissing a female student and licking her face. Although the incident was reviewed, no criminal charges were filed.

Yesterday, having completed the conditions of her suspension, Maier returned to the school to teach.

Needless to say, the buzz of controversy surrounding her return dominated the hallways. A number of people believe Maier shouldn't be allowed back into the school. Parents, in particular, expressed concern that Maier would be back in the same classrooms.

However, a restraining order against Maier was obtained by the parents of the girl who was kissed and licked. As a consequence, Maier will be confined to two classrooms at the back of the school. I suggest that she will be watched closely.