District media response:

On Thursday, August  31, after school, an allegation of a serious nature was made against employee, Gary S. Jiminez Jr., who had been working at Folsom Middle School since April 17, 2023. He was immediately put on administrative leave on Friday, September 1, and terminated from employment on Monday, September 4. The subject also worked at Oak Chan Elementary School through a third-party vendor from November 17, 2022 - January 10, 2023.

Upon learning of the allegations on Thursday, August 31 the District immediately notified Folsom Police who took the lead on the investigation. District personnel have fully cooperated with our law enforcement partners and complied with law enforcement’s request to not share further information while they completed their investigation.

We learned today that an arrest has been made for lewd acts against a minor. This is an active and ongoing criminal investigation. Any community members with information regarding this investigation are urged to contact The Folsom Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at (916) 693-1184. Tips can also be made anonymously by contacting Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at (916) 443-HELP, or The Folsom Police Department Tip Line at (916) 930-1098.

To view the announcement made by the Folsom Police Department on their Facebook page, please click HERE.

Pursuant to California law, during the hiring process all employees of our school district go through a criminal background check through the Department of Justice (DOJ) before they are hired.

These allegations are disturbing and upsetting. Folsom Cordova is reaching out directly to families at Folsom Middle School and Oak Chan Elementary. The District will have mental health counselors available for any students who need support.

Additionally, we have partnered with CARE Solace to connect you and your family with support for mental health coordination services. CARE Solace is a complimentary and confidential referral service provided to students, staff, and their families. CARE Solace’s team is available any day or time and can support you in any language. They may be reached at (888) 515-0595 or www.caresolace.com/fcusd.