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Addison Elementary Principal Resigns After DUI Arrest

2/26/2026

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Principal Resigns After DUI

Jill Spiva, the principal of Addison Elementary School in Cobb County, Georgia, resigned after a DUI arrest on January 8, 2026.
Police allege she caused a crash while intoxicated, and a half-empty bottle of vodka was found in her vehicle.
The Cobb County School District appointed Brett Ward as interim principal to maintain stability for students.
The district emphasized its commitment to the students during this transition.

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Principal Faces DUI

Gavin Roddy, Berkshire Elementary School principal in Vermont, was placed on paid leave after a DUI arrest on February 25, 2026.
Vermont State Police said Roddy's Swanton crash showed signs of alcohol impairment, and his mugshot revealed visible injuries.
Classes at Berkshire were disrupted by a blizzard, and Roddy is scheduled to appear in court on March 17, 2026.

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Principal Resigns After DUI

Jill Spiva, the principal of Addison Elementary School in Cobb County, Georgia, resigned after a DUI arrest on January 8, 2026.
Police allege she caused a crash while intoxicated, and a half-empty bottle of vodka was found in her vehicle.
The Cobb County School District appointed Brett Ward as interim principal to maintain stability for students.
The district emphasized its commitment to the students during this transition.

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