September 17, 2015

Burleson ISD Parents and Community Members,

The safety and wellbeing of every Burleson ISD student is always our highest priority. We also

are absolutely committed to strong communication and always keeping our parents and

community members informed. For these reasons, I am writing to notify you that BISD learned

today about the arrest of a substitute teacher. Even though this case does not involve any BISD

student, we wanted to provide this information to you immediately.

We have been notified by the Johnson County Sheriffs Office that Daniel Drew Sifford Jr., who worked as a substitute teacher this year at secondary campuses, has been charged with

inappropriate conduct with a minor in Johnson County. He did not substitute at any elementary

campuses. If the allegations are true, they are unconscionable and a breach of the communitys trust. BISD is fully cooperating with the Johnson County District Attorney in this matter.

The substitute is barred from BISD and is no longer employed by our district.

Our district follows state requirements in screening applicants who are recommended for

employment, including full state and national background checks. In addition, substitute teachers

must participate in an orientation required by our human resources department before entering

into a classroom. We have confirmed that all the appropriate processes were followed in the

employment of this individual, and no previous allegations or criminal activity were indicated in

this substitutes background check.

BISD will continue to act diligently and swiftly to address any misconduct. If you have

questions, please contact your campus principal.

I thank you for your support for the Burleson Independent School District. As always, student

safety is job one. Together, we will keep our children safe.

Sincerely,

Bret Jimerson

Bret Jimerson, Ed. D., J.D.

Superintendent of Schools

1160 SW Wilshire Blvd.

Burleson, Texas 76028 817.245.1000

Fax: 817.447.5737

www.burlesonisd.net