Lawsuit Filed Against Former Teacher at Springfield STEM Middle Academy for Abuse of Students
A disturbing civil lawsuit has been filed in federal court against Robert Gayle, a former teacher at Springfield's STEM Middle Academy. The lawsuit, filed by Attorney Laura Mangini, alleges that Gayle sexually harassed, groomed, and abused middle school students under his care. The legal action names not only Gayle, but also Springfield school officials, including former principal Luis Martinez and interim principal Rhonda Jacobs, for negligence.