Former Monroe High teacher arrested second time on rape, sexual misconduct charges related to second underage student

Giles Stanton, a former English teacher at Monroe High, was arrested for a second time on May 1, facing new sexual assault charges involving an underage student. The charges include one count of rape and two counts of sexual misconduct, stemming from interactions that began while the student was still in school. This arrest follows previous felony charges filed against Stanton for sexual misconduct with another student, indicating a troubling pattern of behavior. Police revealed that Stanton initiated a relationship with the second student during school hours and continued communicating with her after she moved out of state. Chief Jeff Jolley remarked on the case's disturbing nature, praising the victims for their courage in coming forward.

Stanton had been placed on administrative leave by Monroe Schools following the initial allegations, and he ultimately resigned from the district in November 2024. His alleged misconduct reportedly dates back to at least 2017, with accusations of cultivating inappropriate relationships with multiple students. The police investigation continues as the community grapples with the implications of these serious allegations.