Archdiocese Confirms Abuse by Former Teacher | Kansas City News

Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

A former Catholic school teacher in Kansas, James Zimmer, has been confirmed to have sexually abused students during his 15-year tenure at Bishop Miege High School — a case now officially acknowledged by the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas, even though Zimmer passed away in 2000. The archdiocese is urging anyone with information or who may have been harmed to come forward, acknowledging the lasting trauma survivors endure. This announcement follows ongoing investigations into other clergy members, including former Bishop Miege president Phil Baniewicz for alleged misconduct with a minor…