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Former head of Miss Hall’s School indicted in connection with sex abuse allegations
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- Jeannie Norris, former head of Miss Hall’s School in Massachusetts, has been indicted for reckless endangerment of a child due to her alleged awareness of inappropriate relationships between teacher Matthew Rutledge and students.
- Matthew Rutledge, a former teacher at the school, was previously indicted on rape charges for abusing two students in the 2000s; he has pleaded not guilty.
- Accusers Hilary Simon and Melissa Fares testified against Rutledge and criticized Norris for protecting the abuser instead of the children, emphasizing the importance of accountability for enablers of abuse.
- An investigation revealed that the school leadership repeatedly received reports about Rutledge’s misconduct but failed to act adequately, prompting public apologies from current school officials.
- The Berkshire District Attorney’s Office continues to encourage anyone with information about potential abuse at Miss Hall’s School to come forward as the investigation remains active.
