Superintendent Responds to Embezzlement Arrest of School Volunteer

Dublin Unified School Superintendent Dr. Stephen Hanke sent out a statement to parent leaders in Dublin about the recent arrest of Jaylene Leslie, the former board member for Dublin Partnerships in Education and former President of the Dougherty Elementary Parent Faculty Club. 

Hanke's statement:

"I regret to inform you that a former Dougherty Elementary School Parent Faculty Club President has been arrested for embezzlement. An ongoing investigation since last fall has revealed that this parent was involved in stealing $38,522.59 from  the Dougherty Elementary School PFC during the 2011-12 school year. We have been cooperating with the Dublin Police Department throughout the investigation. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I share the community’s deep disappointment over this situation.  It is impossible for us to fully understand this selfish action.  Our parents and teachers work tirelessly to raise funds to enhance our students’ educational programs and services.  On behalf of these hard working and dedicated people, I want to stress that the District will continue to cooperate with law enforcement as they determine the penalty for this crime.   The District is committed to ensuring that all programs for children at Dougherty Elementary School will continue as planned and will not be impacted by this matter.  We are confident that this unfortunate incident will not hinder the ongoing work of our parent volunteers who tirelessly raise funds to provide activities that enrich the educational experiences of our students at all of our schools." 

Leslie was arrested by Dublin Police on July 10 and booked into Santa Rita Jail.

[Related article: Well-Respected Dublin School Volunteer Arrested on Embezzlement Charges]