WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — A preschool teacher has been arrested after allegedly assaulting a child at Old Town Elementary School, according to Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. On Tuesday, WS/FCS reported that Winston-Salem police charged Keziah Gibbons with misdemeanor assault on a child under 12. Opening weekend of Carolina Classic Fair marked by nearby shooting that left 2 injured; new safety measures added Gibbons allegedly assaulted a child on Sept. 24. She was immediately put on paid leave and is suspended with pay pending the results of an internal investigation. In a statement, Superintendent Tricia McManus said, “We hold our teachers to the highest standards when it comes to creating a safe and welcoming environment in our classrooms. We do not condone the use of physical force against children. We are exploring what we must do to ensure that every teacher is supported and understands our policies and appropriate strategies for managing student behavior.” Gibbons worked for the district as a teacher assistant at the Special Children’s School from 2018 until August, when she became a preschool teacher at Old Town Elementary School. She has no prior disciplinary actions in WS/FCS.