Former Teachers Accused in Statesville School Abuse | Raleigh News

Raleigh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

Two former teachers at Statesville’s Discovery School—Dawn Golden and Joanne Hutton—are facing serious charges for allegedly assaulting a child with disabilities in December 2025. Golden is accused of kicking, pushing, and stepping on the child, while Hutton allegedly bent his wrist backward. Though both were employed by the district, they’re no longer working there. The school system says it takes such allegations seriously and acted quickly to protect students, reaffirming its commitment to safety and care for vulnerable children as the case moves forward. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…