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Rankin Today
By the People, for the People
Woodland Hills School Board President Resigns After Theft Charges
Terri Lawson accused of misusing Rankin Borough credit card for personal purchases
Published on Feb. 20, 2026
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The Woodland Hills School District announced that its board president, Terri Lawson, has resigned following charges of theft by deception, forgery, tampering with records, and access device fraud. Lawson is accused of charging nearly $10,000 in personal purchases on the Rankin Borough credit card while she was the borough manager.
Why it matters
The resignation of the school board president adds to the ongoing cloud of controversy surrounding the Woodland Hills School District, which has faced other leadership issues in recent years, including the administrative leave of the district superintendent.
The details
Police allege that Lawson used the Rankin Borough credit card to make personal purchases at various retailers, including Lowe's, Amazon, Giant Eagle, Walmart, and others. Lawson turned herself in to authorities last week, and her attorney said she denies the allegations. The school district says it will take action at a meeting to fill the board president vacancy.
- Lawson is accused of the credit card misuse last year.
- Lawson turned herself in to authorities last week.
The players
Terri Lawson
The former Woodland Hills School Board president who has been charged with theft by deception, forgery, tampering with records, and access device fraud for allegedly misusing a Rankin Borough credit card.
Woodland Hills School District
The school district where Lawson served as board president before resigning following the criminal charges.
Rankin Borough
The borough where Lawson previously served as manager and is accused of misusing the borough's credit card for personal purchases.
Joe Maluchnik
The Woodland Hills School District superintendent who was previously placed on administrative leave, which the district says is unrelated to any allegations of fund misuse.
What’s next
The Woodland Hills School District says it will take action at a meeting Wednesday evening to fill the board president vacancy left by Lawson's resignation.
The takeaway
The resignation of the Woodland Hills School Board president amid criminal charges related to credit card misuse adds to the ongoing leadership challenges facing the district, raising questions about transparency and accountability within the school system.
