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Leesburg Today
By the People, for the People
Georgia High School Teacher Charged in Student Sex Abuse Case
Danielle Weaver, 29, faces child molestation and improper sexual contact charges after allegations surfaced at Lee County High School.
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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A 29-year-old Georgia high school teacher named Danielle Weaver has been arrested and charged with child molestation and improper sexual contact by an employee after allegations of inappropriate contact between a teacher and a minor student surfaced at Lee County High School. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and Leesburg Police Department conducted an investigation that led to Weaver turning herself in to authorities on Wednesday.
Why it matters
This case highlights the serious issue of teacher-student sexual abuse, which can have devastating impacts on victims and erodes public trust in schools. It also raises questions about school policies, background checks, and oversight to prevent such incidents from occurring.
The details
According to officials, the Lee County High School administration requested the Leesburg Police Department investigate the allegations on February 3rd, and the GBI was called in to assist the following day. Investigators identified Weaver as the 'subject' and the victim as a student under 18 years old at the high school. Arrest warrants were obtained for Weaver on Tuesday, and she turned herself in to the Lee County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday before being released on bond.
- The allegations surfaced at Lee County High School on February 3, 2026.
- The GBI was called in to assist the Leesburg Police Department with the investigation on February 4, 2026.
- Arrest warrants were obtained for Danielle Weaver on February 18, 2026.
- Weaver turned herself in to authorities on February 19, 2026.
The players
Danielle Weaver
A 29-year-old high school teacher at Lee County High School in Leesburg, Georgia who has been charged with child molestation and improper sexual contact by an employee.
Lee County High School
The high school where the alleged inappropriate contact between Weaver and a student occurred.
Leesburg Police Department
The local police department that initially investigated the allegations against Weaver at the request of Lee County High School.
Georgia Bureau of Investigations (GBI)
The state law enforcement agency that assisted the Leesburg Police Department with the investigation into the allegations against Weaver.
What’s next
Once the investigation is complete, the case file will be given to the Southwestern Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office for prosecution of Danielle Weaver.
The takeaway
This case underscores the critical need for robust policies, training, and oversight in schools to prevent and address any potential sexual misconduct involving teachers and students. It also highlights the importance of swift action by school administrators and law enforcement to thoroughly investigate such allegations.
