Greenmont employee terminated following arrest
PARKERSBURG - The Wood County Board of Education Tuesday announced the termination of an employee recently arrested at Greenmont Elementary School.
Following an executive session Tuesday, the board voted 5-0 to suspend without pay and terminate the employment of custodian Clayton Wheeland, who was arrested Sept. 29 by Vienna police.
Board President Justin Raber read a statement prior to the vote.
“There was an incident that Mr. Wheeland, a custodian for Wood County Schools, was arrested during his employment in September 2022 after school hours. Due to an ongoing investigation and legal action pending, Wood County Schools is not able to comment on this incident in order to support the criminal proceedings,” Raber said. “ Our Board and Superintendent believe that the safety of all children is of our highest concern. As much as we wish to communicate regarding these types of issues, Wood County Schools and its employees are unable to provide information regarding an employee’s disciplinary proceeding.”
Raber said the board has heard the concerns of parents and community members and will take action to address those needs.
“The Board has requested that our Superintendent work diligently with our legal counsel to develop procedures for communication moving forward,” he said.