UPDATE
ITASCA, Texas – Michael Stevens has officially resigned as Itasca ISD superintendent, the district announced.
In a special meeting on Thursday, the district board of trustees unanimously accepted Stevens's resignation effective immediately.
Keith Boles will continue to serve Itasca ISD as interim superintendent.
ORIGINAL STORY
ITASCA, Texas – The Itasca ISD school board met Monday morning and suspended Superintendent Michael Stevens in the wake of his arrest.
Stevens is facing charges of online solicitation of a minor. He’ll be facing a judge today.
Board members say they are confident none of the students within the district are connected to the case.
Investigators Say:
- Stevens thought he was communicating with a 15-year-old girl from Houston. However, it was an undercover cop.
- Stevens sent pictures to the officer and asked them for nude video and photos.
For Now, Keith Boles will serve as interim superintendent.
25 News will provide additional information as it becomes available.
