Brevard County Public Schools confirmed Friday that a teacher at West Brevard High School has been placed on administrative leave after allegations of inappropriate conduct with a student emerged. The district did not name the teacher or provide details about the investigation, but said it is cooperating fully with law enforcement. "The safety and well-being of our students is our top priority," district spokeswoman Maria Lopez said in a statement. "We take all allegations seriously and are following protocol to ensure a thorough investigation." The allegations come as part of an ongoing internal review triggered by a report from school staff last month. The teacher, who has been with the district for over a decade, is accused of engaging in a romantic relationship with a student, according to two sources familiar with the case. The district has not commented on the specifics of the relationship or its timeline. Parents of students at West Brevard High School said they were notified of the situation via email last week. "It’s unsettling," said one parent, who requested anonymity. "We trust the district to handle this properly." The school board is scheduled to discuss the matter at its next meeting on March 15. Meanwhile, the teacher’s contract is set to expire in June, but the district has not indicated whether legal action will be taken. The case has sparked conversations among local educators about the need for stricter oversight of staff-student interactions. "This is a reminder that even the best-intentioned people can make mistakes," said veteran teacher Linda Carter. "But accountability has to be clear." The district has not yet responded to requests for comment on Carter’s statement.