Fenton HS Board votes to release superintendent over handling of sexual misconduct investigation

Thursday, February 27, 2025
BENSENVILLE, Ill. (WLS) -- A suburban school district voted late Wednesday night to release a superintendent who's been on administrative leave for nearly a year.

The Fenton High School Board approved the release agreement for James Ontengco.



This is related to his handling of sexual allegations against a former staff member which dated back to 2011.

RELATED: Former Fenton High School student files lawsuit accusing now-fired teacher of sexual assault

The district has also approved a proposal to have a independent firm review the district's actions.



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