Former FCPS Teacher Charged for Assaulting Student and Teacher

Mason Police District – Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau’s Child Abuse Squad have charged a former Fairfax County Public School (FCPS) teacher on two counts of simple assault.

On March 28, Child Protective Services received a referral that a student was assaulted by a Parklawn Elementary School teacher. Detectives were notified and assumed the investigation. 

During the investigation, detectives learned Mary Simons, 63, of Arlington assaulted a student and a teacher during two separate incidents.

Yesterday, Simons turned herself in and was served two summons releasable warrants for Simple Assault. No mugshot is available at this time.

Simons was placed on administrative leave by Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) upon notice of the allegation. During the investigation, Simmons retired from her position as a teacher. She was employed with FCPS as a teacher since 2009.

Victim specialists from our Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure that the victims are receiving appropriate resources and assistance.

Detectives would like to speak with anyone who may have information about this case or others possibly related. Those with information are asked to please call our Major Crimes Bureau at 703-246-7800, option “4.” Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone – 1-866-411-TIPS (866-411-8477) and by web – Click HERE. Download the ‘P3 Tips’ App and follow the steps to “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers.” Anonymous tipsters are eligible for cash rewards. Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.  

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