Skykomish parents demand accountability after PE teacher's child rape arrest

Parents packed a school board meeting to voice outrage over the alleged abuse and question what administrators knew.

Mar. 20, 2026 at 5:11am

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Parents and guardians in Skykomish, Washington packed a school board meeting to address the arrest of the district's PE teacher, Daniel Bubar, on child rape allegations. Many demanded accountability from school leaders and questioned what administrators knew during the alleged abuse. Some families have chosen to keep their children home as the district works to rebuild trust, and potential action may be taken at a future meeting.

Why it matters

The case has shaken the Skykomish community and raised concerns about the school district's handling of the allegations. Parents are grappling with how to discuss the traumatic situation with their children and are pressing for transparency and accountability from school leadership.

The details

Investigators said that Bubar admitted to assaulting the student several times during their investigation and showed them locations within the school where he allegedly committed the acts, including the gym, his office, and school closets. Bubar pleaded not guilty during his recent arraignment in King County Court. Some parents have called for the removal of the principal and superintendent, who was present at the meeting, claiming the administration failed to protect students.

  • Bubar's arrest occurred in March 2026.
  • The school board meeting took place on March 19, 2026.
  • Bubar pleaded not guilty during his recent arraignment in King County Court.

The players

Daniel Bubar

The Skykomish School District's PE teacher who was arrested on child rape allegations.

Destry Jones

The superintendent of the Skykomish School District who was present at the school board meeting.

Alberto Laverde

A Skykomish School Board Director who acknowledged the damage done and the need to rebuild trust.

Lynne Kelly

A district nurse who stated she could not work for anyone who would protect a pedophile.

Taylor Coniber

A parent who expressed outrage that the alleged abuser was able to target students at the school.

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What they’re saying

“I had to ask them if they knew what rape was. You know how hard it is to look at a 10-year-old and ask that because they're asking why they can't go to school.”

— Taylor Coniber, Parent

“I know this man who is behind bars or whatever, but there are still people here at this school who need to take accountability.”

— Mackenzie Munro, Parent

“We are parents as well. We are horrified and shocked by what happened. The damage that has been done is huge.”

— Alberto Laverde, Skykomish School Board Director

“I could not and would not work for anybody who would protect a pedophile in any way. The head you want to see on a platter is behind bars.”

— Lynne Kelly, District Nurse

What’s next

The Skykomish School Board stated they may be able to take some sort of action at their next meeting, though they did not indicate what that might be.

The takeaway

This case has shaken the Skykomish community and raised serious questions about the school district's handling of the allegations. Parents are demanding accountability from school leadership and are struggling to rebuild trust as they grapple with how to discuss the traumatic situation with their children.