An Etowah High School teacher has been arrested following allegations of inappropriate conduct involving a minor from Pennsylvania, according to the Cherokee County School District.
The district has assured families that steps have been taken to maintain student safety.
Just The Facts:
• Eric Burton, a social studies teacher at Etowah High School, was arrested on Wednesday by Cobb County authorities.
• The Cherokee County School District immediately placed Burton on administrative leave after the allegations surfaced.
• He remains in custody at Cobb County jail without bond.
Why It Matters: Parents trust schools to be safe spaces for their children, finding out that predatory teachers work in the school system erodes that trust.
What Families Should Know:
In a message to parents dated Dec. 4, the school district reaffirmed its commitment to student safety and security, encouraging anyone with questions or concerns to contact administrators or the district’s police department at 770-704-4346.
The Big Picture: While investigations are ongoing, the school district has responded by placing the teacher on leave and opening channels of communication for parents.
⚠️ Reminder: Crime articles contain only charges and information from police reports and law enforcement statements. Suspects and defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
