Crump v. Board of Education

WYNN, Judge.

Mr. Crump served as a driver’s education instructor and coach at Hickory High School for nine years. The school superintendent notified Crump in the spring of 1984, that he was recommending his termination based on immorality, neglect of duty, failure to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of a teacher, and insubordination. On 7 June 1984, after receiving testimony from thirteen witnesses, the Board of Education voted to dismiss Crump for insubordination and immorality.

After his dismissal by the Board of Education, Crump sought review of the Board’s actions. He also brought a…