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West Virginia Teacher Fired After Child Abuse Arrest

1/20/2026

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Emily Joy Wise (38), a West Virginia school teacher, was fired after her arrest on January 14 for allegedly sexually abusing a child under 16.
The West Virginia State Police took Wise into custody.
Jackson County Schools confirmed her termination, stating they acted immediately after learning of the allegations.
Wise is held at South Central Regional Jail with a bail set at $250,000.
The West Virginia Department of Education has been notified.

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Story summary

Emily Joy Wise (38), a West Virginia school teacher, was fired after her arrest on January 14 for allegedly sexually abusing a child under 16.
The West Virginia State Police took Wise into custody.
Jackson County Schools confirmed her termination, stating they acted immediately after learning of the allegations.
Wise is held at South Central Regional Jail with a bail set at $250,000.
The West Virginia Department of Education has been notified.