KFOX TV

The El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) police arrested special education teacher Rachael Lucas and paraprofessional David Gonzales last week. According to court documents, Lucas is accused of hitting multiple non-verbal special needs students with objects, including her cellphone, a dustpan, and several toys. In one instance, she allegedly struck a child on the rear of his head with a broom. Gonzales is accused of striking a student with an open hand. The incidents were reportedly captured on camera. Parents of the alleged victims have requested access to the video footage from the district, but their requests have not been fulfilled.