BDUSD Janitor Arrested for Alleged Relationship with Student

A now former Beaver Dam School District employee is facing several charges after he allegedly had a sexual relationship with a high school student. The 27-year-old man, who worked as a custodian in the district, was taken into custody Thursday morning and jailed on possible charges of Repeated 2nd Degree Sexual Assault of a Child and Sexual Assault by a Faculty member. Superintendent Steve Vessey says they were alerted to the possible relationship on Wednesday night and informed the school’s liaison officer yesterday morning of the allegations. They also terminated the employee for violation of school policies. Detective Ryan Klavekoske says their investigation shows the relationship started a year and half ago and involved numerous sexual encounters at the man’s home. Officials say they don’t believe there are any other victims but they are still investigating. District parents were informed of the situation by phone on Thursday night, and Vessey says anyone with concerns can contact him at his office.