Another North Texas educator is facing criminal charges for allegations of sexual misconduct involving children, according to court records.

Chad Beery, a teacher with Mesquite ISD teacher, was arrested in Rockwall County last week for two charges related to child pornography. Court records show he posted a $750,000 bond and was released from jail on Nov. 6.

Beery works at Mesquite Academy, an alternative learning campus for middle and high school students that offers accelerated learning opportunities.

In a notice on the school's website posted last week, the district said that Beery was suspended without pay and is under investigation by the TEA.

"Prior to his arrest, Mesquite ISD was unaware of any concerns or allegations of inappropriate behavior involving Mr. Beery," the post said

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