Lenoir County, North Carolina, October 3, 2025
News Summary
Alena Chabot, a teacher at E.B. Frink Middle School, has been charged with misdemeanor disorderly conduct and intoxication after being reported for odd behavior in class. The incident, which occurred on the second day of school, involved law enforcement discovering alcohol and prescription medication in her possession. Following her actions, Chabot resigned the same day and is set to appear in court later this year, prompting concerns about student safety and staff qualifications in the school system.
Lenoir County, North Carolina
Alena Chabot, a 32-year-old teacher, has been charged with misdemeanor disorderly conduct on school property and misdemeanor intoxicated and disruptive after being accused of being intoxicated in class. The incident occurred at E.B. Frink Middle School in La Grange, North Carolina, on August 26, which was only the second day of the school year.
Deputies from the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office were called to the school after students reported that Chabot appeared to be under the influence of alcohol. Initial concerns were raised by a school resource officer following reports from students who noticed Chabot behaving oddly. Reports indicated that a student named Harrison Moore observed Chabot beginning to slur her words and exhibit unusual behavior after taking a bathroom break.
Upon arrival, law enforcement found both an open container of alcohol and prescription medication in Chabot’s purse. School staff confirmed that she was acting strangely leading to her removal from the classroom for safety concerns. Legal documentation indicated that Chabot was “impaired to the extent of the defendant not able to teach her class.”
Following the incident, the school had to find a substitute teacher to manage Chabot’s class. Witness accounts revealed that during the class, Chabot allegedly grabbed and pushed two students. Chabot had been hired by E.B. Frink Middle School just a week prior, on August 17, and she officially resigned on the day of the incident, August 26.
On September 9, two weeks post-incident, Chabot was served a criminal summons for her charges. She is scheduled to appear in court on December 1. In light of the incident, the Lenoir County School system reiterated that the safety of students and staff remains a top priority for all school officials.
Incident Summary
- Teacher Name: Alena Chabot
- Age: 32
- School: E.B. Frink Middle School, La Grange, North Carolina
- Charges: Misdemeanor disorderly conduct and misdemeanor intoxicated and disruptive
- Date of Incident: August 26
- Employment Start Date: August 17
- Resignation Date: August 26
- Court Appearance: December 1
Background Context
The school year began with high hopes for the new academic term, but this incident stands out as a concerning exception. With student safety as a primary focus, incidents like this place additional scrutiny on staff qualifications and the importance of maintaining a safe learning environment. This occurrence has highlighted the need for vigilance among school staff and the responsiveness of law enforcement in ensuring that schools remain safe for all students.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Alena Chabot?
Alena Chabot is a 32-year-old teacher from Clinton, employed as a math teacher at E.B. Frink Middle School in La Grange, North Carolina.
What happened on August 26?
The incident occurred on August 26, which was just the second day of the school year, where Alena Chabot was accused of appearing intoxicated in class.
What charges has Chabot faced?
Chabot was charged with misdemeanor disorderly conduct on school property and misdemeanor intoxicated and disruptive.
What substances were found with Chabot?
An open container of alcohol and prescription medication was found in her purse.
What did students report?
Students reported that Chabot appeared to be intoxicated and acting strangely during class.
When is Chabot’s court appearance?
Chabot’s court appearance is scheduled for December 1.
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Additional Resources
- WBTV
- Wikipedia: Lenoir County, North Carolina
- WITN
- Google Search: teacher in North Carolina intoxicated in class
- WYMT
- Encyclopedia Britannica: teacher disorderly conduct
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