Duval Schools Teacher Suspended Without Pay
The school district has placed a middle school teacher on a 10-day unpaid suspension during an investigation.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Administration
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Duval County Public Schools has suspended Alfred Dupont Middle School teacher Tyrona Clark-Murray for 10 days without pay. The move follows an active human resources investigation regarding alleged inappropriate physical contact.
Why it matters
The district initiated the suspension to address conduct concerns while maintaining a separation between the employee and students during the ongoing inquiry. This measure reflects standard district protocols for personnel under active human resources review.
The suspension spans 10 days of unpaid leave for the employee. This action is separate from the prior reassignment of the teacher to an ESE Site Coach role, which removed her from classroom duties earlier this year.
The players
Duval County Public Schools
The local school district responsible for overseeing student safety, personnel management, and academic policies across Jacksonville schools.
Tyrona Clark-Murray
A teacher at Alfred Dupont Middle School who is currently under a human resources investigation regarding allegations of inappropriate physical contact.
The details
The school district removed the employee from all direct student contact following the allegations of inappropriate physical contact. Under the current disciplinary phase, the district transitioned the individual to a non-classroom administrative role before finalizing the 10-day unpaid suspension as the human resources investigation continues.
Timeline
May 2026: The district reassigned the employee to an ESE Site Coach role.
October 2026: The district issued the 10-day unpaid suspension.
The Home Front
This suspension follows a pattern set by the Florida Department of Education Code of Ethics for the Education Profession regarding employee conduct. The district is exercising standard administrative oversight to address allegations while maintaining the integrity of the school environment.
Parents with students at Alfred Dupont Middle School should watch for official communication from the school administration regarding staffing updates. If you have concerns about classroom coverage or school personnel, contact the Duval County Public Schools administrative office directly.
The takeaway
Maintaining transparency regarding personnel changes is a critical part of how schools uphold student safety standards. Families should rely on official district updates to stay informed about staffing adjustments at their local schools.
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