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Missouri High School Teacher Placed on Leave Following the Discovery of her Involvement with a Pornographic Website
Last Updated on September 30, 2023 by Robert C. Hoopes
Title: Missouri High School Teacher Placed on Leave Amidst Controversy Over Side Job
St. Clair, Missouri – In a shocking turn of events, 28-year-old high school English teacher Brianna Coppage has been placed on leave after it was discovered that she had been performing on a pornography website as a means to supplement her salary. Coppage, who had been teaching at St. Clair High School, has admitted to knowing the risks involved but had lived in constant fear of being discovered.
The decision to put Coppage on leave came after she was interviewed by two administrators, who subsequently suspended her access to school email and software pending a thorough investigation. Superintendent Kyle Kruse announced that the district had received reports of “inappropriate media” being posted online by one of their employees. As a result, the district has engaged legal counsel to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the matter.
Over the summer, Coppage joined the popular adult content platform, OnlyFans, to fulfill her financial needs as a second-year teacher. Through her activities on the website, she earned an estimated additional $8,000 to $10,000 per month. Coppage indicated that she chose OnlyFans due to its confidential subscriber-only access, believing it would help protect her identity.
In her defense, Coppage maintains that she did not film or post any content while on school grounds. However, the incident has left her saddened by the possibility of never teaching again. Despite the situation, her OnlyFans account has witnessed a surge in popularity, gaining around 100 new subscribers since news of her situation broke. Coppage intends to continue posting on the platform, emphasizing her belief that sex work should not carry a sense of shame.
Superintendent Kruse emphasized that the district’s response would align with board policy and legal counsel guidance, ensuring a fair and comprehensive resolution to the investigation.
The controversial case surrounding Brianna Coppage exposes the dilemmas faced by professionals seeking to supplement their incomes in increasingly challenging economic conditions. It raises questions about the intersection between personal choices and professional obligations, as well as societal attitudes towards sex work.
As this investigation unfolds, the education community and the public eagerly await the district’s decision regarding Coppage’s future employment. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of careful consideration in the pursuit of additional income while maintaining professional roles.