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Judge Denies Private Trial in Sierra Canyon Kissing Club Allegations

5/25/2026

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Judge David B. Gelfound denied Sierra Canyon School’s request for private proceedings.
Parents of 9-year-old E.K. allege a bathroom “kissing club” forced children kiss and touch genitals.
The complaint says abuse began at age 7 and school failed to supervise.
The school did not report video evidence to police or families.
Sierra Canyon denies the claims, cites 2024 actions, says the case enters discovery, and notes tuition exceeds $46,000.

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Story summary

Judge David B. Gelfound denied Sierra Canyon School’s request for private proceedings.
Parents of 9-year-old E.K. allege a bathroom “kissing club” forced children kiss and touch genitals.
The complaint says abuse began at age 7 and school failed to supervise.
The school did not report video evidence to police or families.
Sierra Canyon denies the claims, cites 2024 actions, says the case enters discovery, and notes tuition exceeds $46,000.