Protecting Our Children: What the Kingston Elementary School Investigation Teaches Us About Accountability and Legal Rights

At Granite Law Group, we believe that every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment to learn and grow—especially our most vulnerable students. Recent developments at Bakie Elementary School in Kingston, New Hampshire, serve as a somber reminder of how vital that protection is.

What Happened in Kingston?

News recently broke that top administrators at Bakie Elementary have been placed on paid leave following a months-long investigation into allegations of abuse by a former special education teacher. According to reports, the teacher is accused of physically harming and verbally abusing special education students. Allegations include digging fingernails into a child until they bled and holding another student upside down, causing them injury.

The teacher has pleaded not guilty, and the investigation is ongoing. Still, these allegations have deeply impacted families and the Kingston community at large. Parents and residents are left with troubling questions about how such incidents could happen—and what steps are being taken to ensure accountability.

When Schools Fail to Protect Our Children

Schools have a legal and moral obligation to provide a safe environment for all students, particularly those with special needs. When those entrusted with our children’s education fail to uphold this duty, it can have devastating emotional and physical consequences. In such situations, legal action may be necessary—not only to seek justice but also to ensure future safety measures are in place.

At Granite Law Group, we understand how painful and overwhelming these situations can be. Families deserve answers. They deserve accountability. And above all, they deserve to feel that their voices are heard and that their children’s rights are fiercely protected.

Understanding Your Legal Rights

If your child has suffered abuse or neglect in an educational setting, you have legal options. Schools and districts can be held accountable for the actions (or inactions) of their staff. Whether through civil litigation, negotiation, or advocacy, we help families pursue justice, compensation for damages, and changes to school policies to prevent future harm.

RSA 541-B:14 indicates that the state of New Hampshire, including its towns, municipalities, and school districts, are entitled to damages up to $475,000. Section 541-B:14 Limitation on Action and Claims.

Why Choose Granite Law Group?

Our dedicated personal injury attorneys have extensive experience handling sensitive cases involving children and vulnerable individuals. We approach every case with compassion, discretion, and an unwavering commitment to your family’s well-being. We fight tirelessly to hold institutions accountable and to secure the justice your family deserves.

Our firm has experience litigating against the state of New Hampshire. Recently, our team secured a settlement of $350,000 against New Hampshire Hospital who was negligently supervising a psychiatric patient held under an involuntary emergency admission pursuant to RSA 135-C:27. Section 135-C:27 Involuntary Emergency Admission; Criteria.

Contact Us for a Free, Confidential Consultation

If you are concerned about your child’s safety in a school setting—or if you believe your child may have been the victim of abuse or neglect—don’t wait. Contact Granite Law Group today for a free, confidential consultation. We are here to listen, guide, and advocate for you every step of the way.

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Let’s work together to protect what matters most: our children.

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