Assistant Principal Arrested on Allegations of Sexual Misconduct with Student
Olivia Marie Smith, a recently promoted assistant principal and former Teacher of the Year, was arrested and charged with allegedly having sex with a student while employed at Ocean Springs Middle School.
New York, NY, July 17, 2026 —
Ocean Springs, MS – Olivia Marie Smith, an assistant principal at Ocean Springs Middle School and a recognized former Teacher of the Year, has been arrested and charged with alleged sexual misconduct involving a student.
The charges stem from incidents reported to have occurred while Smith was employed at Ocean Springs Middle School. Authorities have confirmed her arrest and the nature of the allegations, which include having sex with a student.
Details regarding the timeline of the alleged events and the specific student involved have not been publicly disclosed by law enforcement. The investigation is ongoing.
Smith’s professional background includes a recent promotion to assistant principal. She was previously honored as a Teacher of the Year, highlighting her prior recognition within the educational community.
The Ocean Springs School District has not issued a formal statement regarding the arrest. The school district’s policies on employee conduct and disciplinary actions in such cases are expected to be reviewed.
Further information is anticipated as the investigation progresses and legal proceedings commence.
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