Family of McKinney Teen Files $1M Lawsuit After Athletic Trainer's Arrest

Lawsuit alleges Lindsey Post groomed and sexually assaulted 14-year-old student over multiple incidents

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The family of a 14-year-old McKinney ISD student has filed a $1 million civil lawsuit against the school district and a former athletic trainer, Lindsey Elizabeth Post, who was arrested and charged with sexual assault of a child and improper relationship between an educator and student. The lawsuit alleges Post spent months grooming and sexually assaulting the student across multiple campuses.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious issue of educator sexual misconduct and the need for robust policies and training to protect students. The lawsuit also raises questions about district oversight and accountability when allegations of abuse surface.

The details

According to the lawsuit, Post worked as an athletic trainer at McKinney North High School and also provided support at Cockrill Middle School and Scott Johnson Middle School. The suit alleges that during the 2025-26 school year, Post built trust with the 14-year-old student, "exceeding clearly established norms and boundaries for school employee-student interaction." Post then allegedly confessed feelings for the student, messaged the student's personal phone, and lured the student into her car where the assaults occurred "multiple times."

  • Post was arrested by McKinney police on January 28, 2026 and charged with sexual assault of a child and improper relationship between an educator and student.
  • The $1 million civil lawsuit was filed by the student's family on February 27, 2026.

The players

Lindsey Elizabeth Post

A former athletic trainer at McKinney ISD who was arrested and charged with sexual assault of a child and improper relationship between an educator and student.

McKinney ISD

The school district named in the $1 million lawsuit filed by the family of the alleged victim.

Paul Herz

The Dallas attorney representing the family in the lawsuit, who is also representing other Collin County sexual abuse plaintiffs.

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What they’re saying

“This is a case of the grooming and serial rape of a 14-year-old first-year high schooler.”

— Paul Herz, Attorney representing the family (CBS News Texas)

“The safety and well-being of our students is our highest priority. Following clearance by law enforcement, Ms. Post was placed on administrative leave pending investigation.”

— Shawn Pratt, McKinney ISD Superintendent (CBS News Texas)

What’s next

The judge will decide on whether to allow Lindsey Post to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the critical need for school districts to have robust policies, training, and oversight to prevent and address educator sexual misconduct. It also underscores the trauma and lifelong impact on victims and their families when these violations of trust occur.