Former Jefferson County School Social Worker Sentenced for Child Sex Assault

Chloe Rose Castro pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a child under 15 while in a position of trust.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 1:41pm

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Chloe Rose Castro, a 29-year-old former social worker in the Jefferson County school district, was sentenced to three years in community corrections and lifetime sex offender registration after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a child under the age of 15 while in a position of trust. As part of the plea deal, prosecutors dismissed additional charges related to using the internet to lure a child.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious consequences for school employees who abuse their positions of authority and trust to sexually exploit minors. It also raises concerns about the need for stronger background checks and oversight to prevent such predatory behavior from occurring in schools.

The details

According to the arrest affidavit, Castro exchanged nude photos with a male student and met him on multiple occasions. Arvada police arrested Castro in November 2024 after the victim's parents discovered the inappropriate social media messages. As part of the plea deal, Castro will also spend at least 20 years on intensive supervised probation and pay $14,430 in restitution.

  • Castro was arrested by Arvada police in November 2024.
  • Castro pleaded guilty in February 2026.

The players

Chloe Rose Castro

A 29-year-old former social worker in the Jefferson County school district who pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a child under 15 while in a position of trust.

Arvada Police

The law enforcement agency that arrested Castro in November 2024 after the victim's parents discovered inappropriate social media messages.

First Judicial District Attorney's Office

The prosecutorial agency that handled Castro's case and issued a news release about the sentencing.

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The takeaway

This case underscores the critical need for robust background checks, employee monitoring, and strict accountability measures to protect vulnerable students from predatory school staff. It also highlights the importance of empowering parents and students to report any suspicious behavior to authorities.