Jeffco Kids First report reveals 33 staff misconduct cases in Jefferson County Schools
By Shaina Cole | Contributing Writer, Rocky Mountain Voice
An alarming report released by Jeffco Kids First, a grassroots advocacy group led by teacher turned activist Lindsay Datko, has exposed 33 cases of sexual abuse and misconduct by staff in Jefferson County Public Schools since 2022. The article “33 Documented Sexual Abuse and Misconduct Cases in Jeffco Schools” presents a disturbing image of a district with systemic failures.
The data reveals a pattern of misconduct going unreported to the Colorado Department of Education.
The scope of abuse: 33 cases and counting
Superintendent Tracy Dorland has received pushback regarding the handling of these incidents, with critics citing inadequate communication and insufficient safety protocols.
The report documents six ar...