Elementary School Nurse Arrested for Adderall Theft

Ivy Perdue Burton accused of stealing students' medication

Mar. 31, 2026 at 2:35pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single Adderall pill against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.A single Adderall pill, the focus of an investigation into a school nurse's alleged theft of student medication, captures the serious nature of this case.LaGrange Today

An elementary school nurse in LaGrange, Georgia has been arrested on drug-related charges for allegedly stealing Adderall pills meant for students under her care. Ivy Perdue Burton, a Licensed Professional Nurse working for the Troup County School System, is accused of placing the students' medication in her own purse instead of properly storing it at the school.

Why it matters

This case raises serious concerns about the trust placed in school nurses and the potential for medication misuse or diversion, which can have significant impacts on student health and well-being. It also highlights the need for robust oversight and accountability measures in schools to prevent such incidents.

The details

According to a report from the Troup County Sheriff's Office, Burton is accused of stealing Adderall, a Schedule II controlled substance, and acquiring or obtaining the medication through misrepresentation, fraud, forgery or deception. Burton has been placed on leave from her position at Long Cane Elementary School while the investigation is ongoing.

  • On March 30, 2026, Ivy Perdue Burton was arrested by the Troup County Sheriff's Office.

The players

Ivy Perdue Burton

A Licensed Professional Nurse working for the Troup County School System who was arrested on drug-related charges for allegedly stealing Adderall pills meant for students under her care.

Troup County School System

The school district that employed Ivy Perdue Burton as a nurse at Long Cane Elementary School.

Troup County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that investigated and arrested Ivy Perdue Burton for the alleged theft of Adderall pills.

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What’s next

The Georgia Secretary of State's Office, which oversees licensing for Georgia professionals, has opened an investigation into the allegations involving Ivy Perdue Burton.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the critical need for robust oversight, accountability, and security measures in schools to protect students and prevent the misuse or theft of controlled substances by school staff. It also raises broader questions about the screening, training, and monitoring of school healthcare professionals to ensure the highest standards of ethics and patient care.