ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. (rbs news now) — A JROTC instructor at Dalton McMichael High School has resigned following an investigation into allegations that surfaced last month.

On March 21, the district placed Major Andrew Mercer, a JROTC teacher, and Gloria Holloway, a custodian and bus driver, on administrative leave after allegations were reported to school officials.

The Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office was notified and launched an investigation into the matter.

Following a review, the sheriff’s office notified the district that no criminal charges would be filed against Mercer due to insufficient evidence.

In a meeting with school officials on April 10, Mercer submitted his resignation, effective immediately.

The district confirmed his resignation was accepted and that he is no longer employed with Rockingham County Schools.

Meanwhile, the investigation involving Holloway remains active, according to the sheriff’s office.

Holloway was officially separated from the school district on March 27.

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ORIGINAL STORY — April 2

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. (rbs news now) — Rockingham County Schools has placed two staff members from Dalton McMichael High School on administrative leave.

This is following allegations brought to the district’s attention on March 21.

According to a statement from the school district, officials removed the employees from the school and notified the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office upon learning of the allegations.

“As a district, we have high expectations for all employees, particularly regarding student safety,” said Superintendent John O. Stover III. “We want our students, parents, and community to know that we take these matters seriously. Any employee who is found to have violated RCS policy regarding conduct towards students will be immediately referred to law enforcement and held to the highest standard allowed by law.”

Due to the ongoing investigation, no further details have been released.

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