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Rock Hill Band Teacher Arrested for Sexual Battery Save Email Print
Posted: 9:51 PM May 16, 2008
 Last Updated: 1:49 PM May 17, 2008
 Reporter: Kari Adkins
Email Address: kari.adkins@wsaz.com
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LAWRENCE COUNTY, Oh. (WSAZ) -- The Lawrence County Sheriff's Office arrested a Rock Hill High School Band Teacher Friday on Sexual Battery Charges.

Scott Jones was put on administrative leave once allegations were brought forth.

After the Lawrence County Sheriff's Officer were contacted by the Department of Children's Services, they did a two day investigation that led to the arrest.

At the time, there are two female teenage victims. The Lawrence County Sheriff's Office is still investigating.

Jones is being held in the Lawrence County Jail and will appear in at the Lawrence County Municipal Court May 19th.
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Posted by: tfws on Aug 17, 2008 at 10:27 PM
still in court.
Posted by: ji on Aug 7, 2008 at 08:13 PM
what happended
Posted by: tfws on Jul 21, 2008 at 07:25 PM
No one likes to think that teir favorite teacher..etc. is capable of manipulating and taking advantage of a minor.It is very real. It sounds like you may be too naive to realize that anyone is capable of anything. Look around you. These people are everywhere.
Posted by: amanda on Jul 19, 2008 at 11:11 AM
Just because someone is indicted doesn't mean guilty that just means they will get the trial they deserve.
Posted by: tfws on Jul 18, 2008 at 10:26 PM
or they could report that he has been indicted for sexual abuse. Get real amanda.
Posted by: amanda on Jul 18, 2008 at 10:18 AM
I had Scott as a band director many years ago. He brought us from the bottom to the top winning everything we were at. He is kind and never done anything out of the way. I totally trust that he is innocent and hope it is over soon for everyone. I think that the news should do a report on how wonderful he is and how many students he made have a positive outlook on things.
Posted by: tfws on Jul 4, 2008 at 09:09 AM
looks like scott jones has been indicted. where are his character witnesses now?
Posted by: whatsamatta U alumni on Jul 2, 2008 at 06:30 PM
stay focused sounds like sj's wife. rejected and desperate.
Posted by: get real on Jun 4, 2008 at 07:09 PM
stay focused: Get Real & stfu about the victims. You need bsd for pointing your finger at the victims.
Posted by: Stay Focused on Jun 4, 2008 at 05:01 PM
I think that you guys that are asking for help in Coal Grove need to get your own story going and stop using this comment board to hide behind. If people would stand up for themselves and speak up, things would get done. I also think that Scott Jones is not guilty of this crazy lie, and when it is over these girls should have to pay for all the trouble they have caused. I also think that there is alot of people telling things about this case that is not evidence, and they need to learn to get attention elsewhere.I know if they had enough about them to realize what they are saying could come around and bite them, they would stop.
Posted by: LAWRENCE COUNTY on Jun 4, 2008 at 11:09 AM
YOU ARE RIGHT COAL GROVE I LOOKED INTO IT SOME ONE IS STEALING FROM THE TAX PAYERS, I DONT BLAME YOU I WOULD BE MAD TOO .
Posted by: WALKING on Jun 3, 2008 at 11:11 AM
THIS IS A BIG SHAME ,BUT SCOTT JONES WILL WALK AWAY FREE SO IT CAN HAPPEN AGAIN AFTER ALL THIS IS LAWRENCE COUNTY!
Posted by: Pee Wee on May 31, 2008 at 10:14 PM
Coal Grove can not afford to go broke they got to pay for that new fire truck.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 31, 2008 at 10:01 PM
Coal Grove... Who is doing that???? Boy your right if we dont get some help we are going to go broke...
Posted by: COAL GROVE on May 31, 2008 at 08:14 AM
HOW COME WSAZ NEWS IS NOT DOING A STORY ON COAL GROVE WE GOT VILLAGE WORKERS STEALING OUR MONEY!! HELP HELP, HAPPY DAY
Posted by: TFW on May 31, 2008 at 07:46 AM
to some who cares Wow...where do you get your very well thought out information? I am now a convert to the Free SJ camp.. and I did not even attend the spaghetti dinner! Credulity is a sign of immaturity and an untrained mind.You should always think much deeper before you speak.
Posted by: some who cares on May 30, 2008 at 01:16 PM
Guys get over yourselfs, he is an innocient man. One of the girls that claimed that he raped her backed out. Why? because if it came back he didnt she would lose everything and woildn't graduate. For the other one she is so obessed with the man she wouldn't give him room the breathe. You would think that we would raise our children better. What is this world going to be like because guess what people we are the next generation that will run this country. Teach your children to be better than these two girls. That just have a high school crush on their teacher that took it to the extremes.
Posted by: SOME1 on May 30, 2008 at 05:29 AM
WELL I HAVE TO SAY I LOOKED AT MR.JONES PICTURE ,IT DONT LOOK SO GOOD TO ME .I DO THINK THE GIRLS ARE TELLING THE TRUTH. HAPPY DAY
Posted by: shawna elswick on May 29, 2008 at 07:40 PM
i dont think tha mr.jones did anything at all i think that them girls just want attention !!!!
Posted by: Anonymous on May 29, 2008 at 11:22 AM
What about the Teacher that was found INCONENT in Kentucky, it was 2 young girls, wanted to get back at the Teacher. They should have a Law, that makes the girls, go to the Dention Center, for about 90 days, maybe then this will stop... It is breaking the Law, to lie to a Police Officer, or even the Courts. Why can they just walk away, put a stop to it....
Posted by: brent on May 26, 2008 at 05:03 PM
I don't beleave it,i've know scott a long time. i just can't see him doing that.
Posted by: snaremaster on May 24, 2008 at 03:35 AM
i am so sick of this he didn't do it how hard is that to understand. why don't you let me in the courtroom and i will tell everyone why he is innocent.
Posted by: Rock Hill Student on May 23, 2008 at 06:53 PM
I do know this man and I believe whole-heartedly that he did not do this. And for you people that think you know those girls, they followed him around like lost puppies, one even claimed that her and Mr. Jones were soul mates. P.S. What evidence do they have?
Posted by: SNOW on May 23, 2008 at 04:45 PM
DO THE CRIME DO YOUR TIME? GOD IS WATCHINGAND YES THERE IS A JUDGEMENT DAY!!
Posted by: Rock Hill Mom on May 23, 2008 at 02:07 PM
Me and my family support Mr. Jones, my son had Mr. Jones in grade school and we all thought he did wonderful things with the music class. As far as being ashamed about being a student at Rock Hill, I would be far more ashamed about the use of improper grammar and spelling.
Posted by: TO COLD on May 23, 2008 at 07:24 AM
all schools has this going on most get caught .some dont ,this even goes on at PRIVATE SCHOOLS to.
Posted by: Another RH Parent on May 23, 2008 at 07:07 AM
I do know this man. I know him well and I have children in band. He would not have done this. These girls do need our prayers because they have started something that is not likely to end soon. I don't think that they meant for it to go this far...maybe just cause an inside stir, but here we are. Scott Jones is a wonderful, trustworthy, CHRISTIAN (yes, that DOES mean something) man. Leave judgement to the court and pray that they are right. Don't just assume the girls innocent until you hear all the evidence (or lack there of).
Posted by: RH PARENT on May 23, 2008 at 12:47 AM
I DONT KNOW THIS MAN BUT I KNOW PEOPLE WHO DO AND THEY THINK HE DIDNT DO IT WHY DO THEY FIND IT SO HARD TO BELIVE AND NOW THEY ARE STARTING TO SAY IT WAS THOSE GIRLS FAULT COME ON THEY ARE JUST KIDS WHO DIDNT DESERVE THIS JUST THINK WHAT IF IT WERE YOUR DAUGHTERS WHOULD YOU BELIVE IT THEN?JUST BECAUSE YOUR CHILD WASNT ONE OF THEM THANK GOD TONIGHT BECAUSE YOU DONT KNOW WHAT PEOPLE ARE CAPPABLE OF DOING JUST PRAY FOR THE TRUTH AND BOTH FAMILES CAUSE THEY NEED YOUR PRAYERS TONIGHT
Posted by: Concerned Citizen replies to Band student for 5 years on May 22, 2008 at 10:50 PM
Just because he never had sexual contact with you doesn't mean he didn't with them. These girls and their families are amazing people with whom I and many others regard highly. You should not talk about things you know nothing about. People live double lives and no one knows until something like this happens and in this case, there is evidence to support claims or he WOULD NOT have been arrested. My thoughts and prayers are with all involved. PS- PSYCHO is spelled like this.
Posted by: Caleb Ray on May 22, 2008 at 08:01 PM
Okay, so here is what i think. Yeah yeah Mr.Jones was a "Christian" man, that doesn't mean anything. People can appear to be something there not on the outside, but totally different on the onside. So all these people saying "Ohh he's innocent." Let everything unfold and then you can truely say he is or is'nt innocent.
Posted by: Band sudent for 5 years on May 22, 2008 at 06:14 PM
Ok..I think all of you people that dont even have anything to do with Rock Hill or even Know Mr.Jones need to get a life and quit saying he needs to spend time in jail..You dont even Know the kind of person he is..And you deffinatly dont know these girls that your telling to "keep their heads up"..All they want is attention so..There is no way he done this..I have had him for 5 years and he has never in this World said one wrong thing to me..So unless you know him personally keep your mouth shut about him..And as for those girls..You would have to know them..They are both Physcho and were more than likely jealous of each other and had some kind of weird obsession with Mr.Jones..All they want is attention and I hope they both know they better never step foot back in Rock Hill again because I dont know one person out there that likes them the least little bit
Posted by: umm.... on May 22, 2008 at 03:39 PM
well i really don't know who to believe these days because the one girl lied about it!!and she even admitted to it.so what now people!!!!!
Posted by: taylor hammond on May 21, 2008 at 10:46 PM
ok well i dont know if mr.jones did anything but its stupid how everyone is calling the girls liers they don't even kno just because they've known mr.jones there whole lives doesn't mean that he is least expected to do that..usauly most people least expected do, do it.
Posted by: anonymous on May 21, 2008 at 10:29 PM
I really do beleive there has to be some truth to this story. I would hate to be the parents of the CHILDREN that this adult has messed with. I know one thing if it was my daughter they would not find out if he was guilty or not. I would take it into my own hands. The students and the people at Rock Hill High school does not need this so called role model for todays youth in their district. I say get rid of the sorry excuse for a man. Rock Hill has to much to worry about, let alone a piece of work like that idiot working there. I say fire his sorry behind. I know one thing he sure will be loved in prison. Prisoners has a thing for adults that take advantage of youth.
Posted by: Concerned Citizen on May 21, 2008 at 03:41 PM
After reading all of the comments, I am thoroughly disgusted. Are we as a society telling teachers that it is alright to molest children and children that they are liars for standing up for themselves. All parties involved may be good christian people, but we have learned from previous cases all over the united states that this has no bearing on what one person is capable of. My hearts and prayers go out to all involved. Mr. Jones would not have been arrested if there were not evidence to support the claims. Mere words do not cause arrest. I apologize to the people that have written his praise before me but are we so blind that we would send a molester back into our schools system just because he gets dressed and attends sunday service like the rest of us, like the girls that put their trust into a grown man and teacher, like the children he may have molested in the past and could in the future. I'm certain that if there are two unrelated allegations, there have been more victims!!!!!
Posted by: DINNER on May 21, 2008 at 10:02 AM
WELL LET ME THINK WHO GOING TO HAVE THE SPAGHETTI DINNER !! FOR MR.JONES , I WILL HAVE A STEAK DINNER FOR THE TWO GIRLS. SEE YOU ALL SOON!!!
Posted by: BandStudent on May 21, 2008 at 09:19 AM
I have only had him 1 year but my brothers have been in band and they are in high school and i have been around him a lot i do not think he would do anything like this
Posted by: another rock hill student on May 21, 2008 at 09:12 AM
Mr. Jones i don't think u did anything i think the people that said u did are idiots
Posted by: Rock Hill Band Parent on May 21, 2008 at 07:40 AM
I really can't believe the number of comments that this has brought about. Alot of people who don't even know anything about the whole situation are ready to condemn our whole school and teaching staff. I have a daughter in the band and also other family members and these kids are torn apart by all of this. I have told my daughter that you keep your opinions to yourself because words can do alot of damage and the truth will be revealed. No I do not believe Scott Jones would do this, but I will also not persecute the girls either because everyone in this needs our prayers not our angry words and hatred. We have alot of school children that this is having a negative effect on. I still strongly support our school, our teachers and THE PRIDE OF LAWRENCE COUNTY so band students hold your heads up with the pride and dignity that you deserve and the truth one way or the other will come out.
Posted by: realist on May 20, 2008 at 10:40 PM
Just a resource that may shed some light on the frequency of false allegations regarding sexual abuse.http://www.leadershipcouncil.org/1/res/csa-acc.html
Posted by: Leigh Anne on May 20, 2008 at 09:58 PM
This is for responding to leigh anne on May 20, 2008 at 01:26 PM He looks like Fire Marshall Bill, but if you think that's attractive, who am I to knock you. Are you his wife, or maybe you're his mom, because that is a face only a mother could love. And the reason of my comment was to illustrate the point that everyone was saying that the teenage girls had a thing for him, and after seeing his picture, that blows that out of the water. And you tell me "Grow up stupid," but isn't it childish to call others stupid?
Posted by: Realist on May 20, 2008 at 09:32 PM
Just a resource that may shed some light on the frequency of false allegations regarding sexual abuse.http://www.leadershipcouncil.org/1/res/csa-acc.html
Posted by: Carrie McManus on May 20, 2008 at 09:10 PM
MR>JONES AND AMY ME AND MY FAMILY ARE GLAD YOU ARE OUT JAIL WE STILL THINK YOU DID NOT DO ANYTHING WRONG.AMY I JUST WON'T YOU TO NOW I HAVE TWO GIRL'S IN HIS CLASS AND MY SISTER HAS A BOY IN THERE TO I JUST WON'T YOU BOTH TO NOW WE LOVE MR.JONES AND WE WILL PRAY THAT THE GIRL'S WILL COME UP AND TELL THE TRUTH.WE LOVE MR.JONES WE HAVE BEEN WITH HIM FOR 5 YEAR'S HANG IN THERE MR.JONES WE ARE BEHIND YOU 10000000000000000000000000%.
Posted by: Realist on May 20, 2008 at 07:52 PM
Im not sure that this is an appropriate forum to discuss innocence or guilt. It seems to me that this just stirs the emotions of those who have opposing view points. This can only be detrimental to both parties involved. I think its much too soon to point fingers or publicly accolade or condemn anyone involved. This case follows the pattern of similar cases. The victim receives blame and is just exacting revenge or "attention seeking". The perp is lauded as a model citizen and pillar of the church and community. Sometimes accusations are false. Unfortunately, the majority are legitimate.One thing everyone should rember when leaving your children in the care of teachers, neighbors, caregivers,and family: ANY BEHAVIOR IS POSSIBLE FROM ANYONE. As a concerned party I ask that all involved to use logic and reason before speaking out against those who are potential victims in this and other cases.
Posted by: Wayne County on May 20, 2008 at 04:20 PM
When I was in high school almost 20 years ago this thing was happening my high school. Everyone knew about it but nothing was said and everything was hush hush. I do not know any of these people but if the girls are throwing themselves at him then you can't RAPE the willing. As for Mr. Jones I pray that this is all a terrible mistake but as a teacher he should not have put himself in a situation where he could be questioned as to his actions. My parents always taught me to not be alone with a man then that does not put me in danger. I am also teaching my daughter these lessons and I think we need to be teaching our children these lessons and then this wouldn't be happening. WHAT IS THIS WORLD COMING TO!
Posted by: Michelle on May 20, 2008 at 04:19 PM
I personally cannot believe that Mr. Jones would do this. I have known Scott since I was a kid. I went to church with him and his family for years. He also was my teacher in High School. He has never been anything but a good and professional man. I hope that all will remember you are INNOCENT untill proven guilty. We Hold Mr.Jones and his family as well as the girls and their family in our prayers.
Posted by: TOMMY BAILEY on May 20, 2008 at 03:50 PM
ANOTHER THOUGHT....THOSE WITHOUT SIN SHALL CAST THE FIRST STONE SO THEREFORE NOBODY IN THIS WORLD IS WITHOUT SIN SO THEY SHALL NOT JUDGE HIM BECAUSE HIS DAY OF JUDGEMENT IF IT IS TRUE.
Posted by: rock hill students on May 20, 2008 at 02:36 PM
i dont think he did it i think the people who said he did it is just mad because they didnt get non
Posted by: Jordan Ld Ruggles on May 20, 2008 at 01:47 PM
i think mr.jones is a good teacher and should be trusted and should be aloud around high school girls bc i was like mr.jones once and i was accused for something that did not happen it was somethin with my mom and my ex guy-girlfriend please except this im tellin the truth and want ppl 2 kno me well
Posted by: LOOKS GUILTY on May 20, 2008 at 01:45 PM
MR.JONES LOOKS SO (GUILTY) I REALLY BELIVE THIS IS SO TRUE.LOOKS LIKE HE GOT CAUGHT!AND NOW SORRY, WAKE UP LAWRENCE COUNTY AND SMELL THE ROSES!
Posted by: responding to leigh anne on May 20, 2008 at 01:26 PM
I wonder what your mug shot would look like if you were arrested for a crime you didn't commit? Scott is a very nice looking man. And, what in the world did that have to do with this case? Grow up stupid
Posted by: IHS1987 on May 20, 2008 at 12:23 PM
I sincerely pray for the family of Scott Jones. I have known him and his sister since my childhood, and they are a WONDERFUL family. God help you girls if you are lying. INNOCENT until proven guilty.
Posted by: neptunerain on May 20, 2008 at 10:15 AM
Scott Jones did graduate from Marshall I believe in 1993. He did his student teaching at RH that year. Then filled in for the assistant band director in 1993-94, when she was on leave. He moved on to Portsmouth East for 94-95 school year. I am not sure about his career afterward.
Posted by: $$$$$$$$$ on May 20, 2008 at 10:13 AM
DONT FEAR IT HAPPEN HERE IN LAWRENCE COUNTY!! THE COURTS JUST WANT YOUR MONEY, LAWRENCE COUNTY IS BROKE?THIS WILL ALL BE SWEPT UP UNDER THE RUG. WATCH AND SEE!!!OH WELL HAPPY DAY!!
Posted by: neptunerain on May 20, 2008 at 10:11 AM
I am surprised how many people have already decided one way or the other with this case. I am especially surprised at the number of people stating they know for a fact he didn't break any laws.As I stated before, he deserves a fair trail. His family needs our prayers. Yet, we can not decide his innocence based on our own opinions of his character. If that is the case, every criminal will start attending church and claiming innocence because they are a Christian. I was the victim of the manipulation of a teacher when I was in high school. He was a loved and trusted member of society. Unfortunately he still teaches because the members of the community would not allow this man to be prosecuted. My life was shattered. That was over ten years ago, and I am still gathering up the pieces. Everyone is so quick to judge. We need to sit back and let the truth unfold. As for Diamond in the Rough, I applaud your comments. People need to understand the victims' side and molesters do put on a show.
Posted by: Azel on May 20, 2008 at 09:22 AM
The saddest part of all is that this man is marred from here on out if proven innocent.People will always have opinions and comments.And even sadder than that are teachers working there now that have married former students "right out of high school"teachers who have moved to another facility within the district because of allegations and investigations that produced evidence but not enough to convict!
Posted by: Anonymous on May 20, 2008 at 07:29 AM
It must really be frustrating to be smart and live in Rock Hill, and have to deal with all of the idiots that are backing the Mr. Jones. My prayers are with you!
Posted by: Status-QUO on May 20, 2008 at 04:13 AM
I guess if he is like anybody else in this area...he will surely be comdemned guilty before a trial or a jury of his peers...or even before any evidence has been disclosed. Not once did it state any details, investigation findings...what the heck happened and why the secrecy? We don't need to know the victims identities.
Posted by: Rebecca on May 20, 2008 at 02:04 AM
I say let the courts decide its not our jobs to judge thats why thier is evidence and testamoney, sometimes these crimes are commited by people we would never suspect and sometimes for what ever reason people just lie on others.. its not for us to say, this is very tragic and sad I hate to hear things like this and I hope for everyones sake what ever the truth is it comes out.
Posted by: Carrie McManus on May 20, 2008 at 01:50 AM
Mr.Jones me and my family is behind you 10000000%.We love you and trust you a lot are girl's love you to.You have nrver done anything to them.To Amy I grad.in 1989 but we have been with Mr.Jones for 5 years.Amy let him now we are there for you all.Mr.Jones we will pray for you both ok.
Posted by: FORMER COWORKER AT PORTSMOUTH EAST on May 20, 2008 at 01:20 AM
I WORKED WITH SCOTT JONES WHEN HE WAS THE DIRECTOR WITH PORTSMOUTH EAST JUST TO SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT HE WAS NEVER MADE TO LEAVE PORTSMOUTH EAST HE DID SO FOR A CHANGE IN HIS CAREER SO LETS NOT READ MORE INTO THAT THAN WHAT IT ACTUALLY WAS. I AM SURPRISED AT THE CHARGES FILED AGAINST SCOTT I DO NOT BELIEVE HE WOULD ANYTHING TO HARM ANY OF HIS STUDENTS SO WITH THAT IN MIND I CERTAINLY HOPE THAT THERE IS EVIDENCE TO VALIDATE THE CHARGES OTHERWISE I THINK THE GIRLS IN QUESTION SHOULD BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR WHAT THEY HAVE DONE TO SCOTT AND HIS FAMILY. HANG IN THERE SCOTT THE TRUTH WILL SURELY COME OUT SOON.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 20, 2008 at 01:19 AM
As a former student of Rock Hill High School, I am ashamed to tell people I went there. This was going on when I attended school there, even with this teacher. It is sick that these teachers think this is acceptable and what is even worse is the principal and teachers turn a blind eye and have for years. The WHOLE staff should be ashamed of themselves. As an educator now, I can't even imagine looking at my students in this kind of light. Rock Hill High school has a big, black eye now and should be investigated by the state of Ohio. I am so embarrased to be an alumni of this school. This school needs to get some help. Maybe the staff should look up professional in the dictionary. There have been soooooo many teachers doing this for years there. You have a problem if you look for your future girlfriend or wife from the students you teach. I am so upset for these girls. Way to go girls! You did the right thing and hopefully this will end the Rock Hill date my students staff!
Posted by: blinders on May 20, 2008 at 12:41 AM
i knew a man for 14 years that was a devoted family man. he went to church every sunday and worked two jobs to support his family. there wasnt to many days that went by that i wasnt with him doing something or another. i knew him better than my own brothers, so i thought. he is now serving 10 years for child molestation to his own daughter. never in a million years would i have thought this possible, but it does happen. now im not saying mr jones is guilty, i dont know the facts. im not saying the girls are lying either. i do know that most everyone here is quick to judge one way or the other. everyone needs to let the justice system do there job and at the end of the trial drawl your conclusions. which ever is lying deserves to be punished to the fullest extent of the law. i hope and pray for both parties involved that this gets done the right way and as soon as possible.
Posted by: RH Teacher on May 20, 2008 at 12:24 AM
This is for - Time will tell on May 19, 2008 at 12:13 PM!! I applaud you for your comment! Rock Hill leaders - principals, school board does need to start in on a discipline plan not just for teachers, but for teachers, and students!!!! Students get by with whatever because everyone is so worried about a lawsuit. QUIT worrying about what everyone's last name is a nd who tehy are related to and lets start getting a hand on the situations and clean it up for the next school year! I do not know Mr. Jones at all, I have only seen him at football games, but I pray for him and his family as I do the young girls, and I am very proud of these girls for coming forward it was hard I am sure, and only Time will tell on the verdict! Girls - hold your head up (if everything is true) you have nothing to be ashamed of!
Posted by: Marvin on May 20, 2008 at 12:16 AM
I was a neighbor of Scott Jones when he was growing up and this is something I personally don't think he did. He was never causing problems nor fighting with the other kids and I had 3 that he knew. He was always polite to hi peers and his mom and dad.
Posted by: former college classmate on May 19, 2008 at 11:59 PM
I knew Scott in college and he was always a gentleman. A really caring and insightful person whom was always there with a smile on his face. Even in the worst of times he could make you smile and remember that there is always tomorrow to look forward to. It's incidents like this that made me change my mind about teaching. Todays students have no morals and could care less whose life they destroy, lying is one of the quickest ways in which to accomplish it. I would let Scott teach or tutor my children any day and yes I have 2 daughters. I feel that this will all come to light and everyone will see that Scott is just a good person with a caring heart.
Posted by: Krystal Elswick on May 19, 2008 at 11:28 PM
I am a former Rock Hill Grad and I have had Mr. Jones as a teacher.He is a very good man and not only that a very talented man.He helped me when I was in his class.He has never flirted or took a pass at any of the students there when I was in school and I think this is all a lie.He is a very good man and it will all come out at the end who is lieing and who is telling the truth.My prayers are with him and his family.Keep faith Mr. Jones!!!
Posted by: Krystal Elswick on May 19, 2008 at 11:19 PM
Mr.Jones is a very good man.I don't believe these allegations are true not one bit.He is a very good teacher and I know because I had him when I was in school.I will pray for Mr.Jones...
Posted by: Teach on May 19, 2008 at 10:42 PM
What is going on in the education system? Teachers having sex with students!!!! I think these teachers who are found guilty should be sent to prison. There are so many good teachers. This behavior gives all teachers a bad reputation. There are a lot of graduates coming out of college. Give them a chance to teach. Get rid of these perverts.
Posted by: RHMomRhonda on May 19, 2008 at 09:37 PM
I have known Scott since we were kids. Did anyone know he had a successful career with a gospel band before he quit to teach? I can't imagine him EVER doing something this evil and vile. EVER! But, do I live in his home? no. Do I follow him everywhere 24/7? no. Do I think he is guilty? NO. But, I do have something to say, DO NOT use this awful tragedy to bring out your own hatred and bad experiences. No one can take away the pain of the things someone has suffered, but this is NOT a place to reveal things in Your own past that haunt you. Go to therapy to rid yourself of your problems. DiamondNRough this is not a personal vendetta for you is it? If not, then let this be decided by a court of law. Because law goes on facts usually, instead of emotional bias. Like I said, I can't imagine it, but if he's guilty it will come out as well. Innocent until proven guilty doesn't cover the pain of the families, loss of a career or a ruined reputation. Don't worry Scott, the truth will be known.
Posted by: Becky Cooper on May 19, 2008 at 09:32 PM
I don't think that Mr Jones is guilty for the simple reason he loves his students he does anything and everything for his stundents at Roch hill Middle or High school he would never do anything to hurt them in any shape or form!!! If he's not there for the 2008-2009 school year then my daughter will not be in Band at all!!! He treats the students with respect as they would him. So I say let Mr Jones go and leave him come back to Rock Hill to teach if not then there probably won't be a band for Rock Hill!!!! We believe in you Mr Jones don't give up!!!!!
Posted by: marshallgrad on May 19, 2008 at 09:23 PM
was scott a marshall graduate? i remember a scott jones nearly 20 years ago as student!
Posted by: CAO EMPLOYEE on May 19, 2008 at 09:11 PM
IL-CAO mistreats employees.
Posted by: Janice on May 19, 2008 at 09:07 PM
I do not know all the facts of this case, but I can say that I have known Scott Jones for many years, and when I was made aware fo the situation I was shocked. I find it very hard to believe, however we do not know all the details, I will do what is right for now and pray for both sides, the truth will prevail and we will know for sure. Let's just pray and not be judgemental, both sides need prayer.
Posted by: Carrie McManus on May 19, 2008 at 09:02 PM
To'Rock Hill Band Alumni Let me tell you something for one thing he is not (40)he is 37 same as me.You now it was going on you should have said something. Just because you don't thank they would believe you. Alumni you should have told your MOM and DAD. I STILL THANK YOU ARE FULL OF BULL !!!!!
Posted by: Rock Hill Grad on May 19, 2008 at 08:54 PM
To Rock Hill Alumni...Mr. Jones is an attractive man and what does that have to do with anything about this case? Tell me what teachers do not have students in their class when the teacher is on his/her break. I remember when I was in school the students when go to teachers classes and grade test papers and were giving A's for doing it for them. Anyway my daughter has been alone with Mr. Jones and she loves him and swears that he wouln't do this. Even if proven innocent the embarrassment will be there. My family prayers for him and his family and the people that are quick to judge him.
Posted by: Michelle on May 19, 2008 at 08:51 PM
Leave the poor man alone. Maybe he did it but he has kids and a wife.....let the court system do their job. It doesn't matter what we think. Justice will be served. The truth will come out whether he is lying or the girls are. Let the evidence prove who is guilty there is no use slandering Mr. Jones and the girls.
Posted by: DiamondNRough on May 19, 2008 at 08:10 PM
WAKE UP!I have said this before and I am saying it again. Sex Offenders do not wear an Ugly Mask, or a Sign that Says I Am a Molester Beware! They Wear a Shield of Trust! This Shield of trust they build over time through manipulation of their victims. Just because you go to church and you say your a Christian does not mean your not a Sex Offender(My GOD LOOK AT WHAT THE CATHOLIC CHURCH HAS DONE TO IT'S OWN!) Victims live through HELL every day of their life after breaking their silence...That is why so many are not as brave as these two girls are to speak up when these things happen. I know this for a fact. It took me to age 36 to speak up about the abuse I encountered as a child. I had to because I had to protect my own children that I knew would be the next in line of the sick pervert that molested me. What exactly do you think these girls are going to gain from making up a story like this? Trust me There would be NO arrest made if there was not GOOD Evidence! Kudos Girls! Kudos!
Posted by: Not Fooled on May 19, 2008 at 08:05 PM
Many people on here have stated that a student wouldn't lie and ruin a teacher's reputation. I suppose 13 year olds don't have sex, use drugs, drink or smoke either. Eavesdrop on teenagers' conversations sometime, and see how nasty and perverted they are. And you don't think they are manipulative and vindictive? How many teenaged girls are pregnant at your high school? Sex is just recreation to these kids, and they think no one is off limits. Their is hell to pay if you hurt one's self esteem. They know they get to play by a different set of rules than adults. The world is very different now.
Posted by: GL on May 19, 2008 at 07:52 PM
I am appalled at why the elected officials of our state are standing for someone the people of WV have not voted for. I hope Joe won't be as distanced from the voters of his state. Although I wish the decisions the leaders of our state had been known -before- we went to the polls!!!!
Posted by: James Barker on May 19, 2008 at 07:27 PM
I am An 8th grade band student under Mr. Jones I have known this man for many years not to say that any one such as he is not capable of such a criminal act he and anybody is but I will say that no matter what any one may say no matter what the court may say only God, the girls, and himself will know. But I must say on his behalf this man is un doubt'edly a wonderful man and I believe in his innocence and I will be praying for him, and his wife,children,and all involved. And I suggest all do!!!!
Posted by: Mommy on May 19, 2008 at 06:59 PM
People, please give me a beak. Do child molestors go around telling people they like little girls? They are maniulative and work to gain the trust of victims and their families...Hello? Sound familiar? These girls are being victimized over and over again for coming forward and telling the truth! I am so PROUD OF THEM because their honesty may keep it from happening to others. Stay strong girls!My prayers are with everyone including Mr. Jones' family.
Posted by: rockhillmom on May 19, 2008 at 06:28 PM
former coworker- what do you mean 'made to leave'? if you know something that we don't know then share with us. Don't tease and beat around the bush! Where's the proof? As a mother of a 13 year old girl at RH, I am completely disgusted. I seriously doubt these girls are lying and with that.. I hope if he is guilty he gets more than what the last one got.
Posted by: Bev on May 19, 2008 at 06:11 PM
If this man is innocent God help him. I had a family member accused of this because the church people wanted him out. He was absolutely innocent but people still blame him. This will follow him the rest of his life whether he is guilty or not. If he is guilty he should do a lot of time in prison.
Posted by: Tom on May 19, 2008 at 06:07 PM
Facts: Charges are Sexual Battery - unsolicited, inappropriate sexual touching. NOT sexual relations which would have brought charges of Statutory Rape. Fact: The girls made the allegations, then denied them. Fact: The girls bragged about what they were going to do BEFORE they did it - overheard by several classmates. Fact: Too many people are too quick to say "Guilty" without any evidence or facts. Fact: Another life ruined BEFORE he's even had a fair trial. And what about his wife and their 4 children? This is serious, and if those girls are found to be lying, I hope they are the ones who have to spend time in jail or Juvenile Hall. We have to stop this madness, or you could be the next victim! Scott, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Hang in there.
Posted by: cody on May 19, 2008 at 06:06 PM
well i think u should keep him in there for about another 10 years.
Posted by: RHHS 1995 on May 19, 2008 at 05:57 PM
I have known Mr. Jones for about five years. I was very shocked to hear of these allegations. He has done so much for the Band program at Rock Hill. At this point Im not sure what to believe. If these girls are falsly accusing Scott they should be punished to the fullest extent. Even if he is proven innocent he will still have people in the community that has doubts. If he is found guilty he should be punished to the fullest extent of the law. My thoughts and prayers are with all parties involved.
Posted by: Ida Anson on May 19, 2008 at 05:52 PM
im not saying that he couldn't do it i am saying i dont see him doing anything to a kid i dont know if he did or not but in my heart i hope he didnt i have a 13 yrold in his class and my son loves Mr.Jones and i dont want to think that he would ever hurt a kid thats what im saying
Posted by: .... on May 19, 2008 at 05:25 PM
i have knew mr.jones for a while....he used to be my faverite teacher,but i don't know why girls would lie about something so serious. the girls was always around him but he was around them too..sometimes it even seemed like he flirted around with them too. People on here should say the girls are lieing just because you have known him for a long time. Most times in cases like this it is people least likely for this to happen...
Posted by: neptunerain on May 19, 2008 at 05:18 PM
I find it very interesting Scott Jones has taken an online manipulation class. It fits right into my perspective of this situation. Without that information, I thought he was capable of manipulating people. He is a very nice man, but that does not mean he is innocent. He attended church, but so did Jimmy Swagart(sp?) and Jim Baker. Of course, I believe he deserves a fair trial to decide his guilt or innocence.However, this man is capable of committing a crime and he didn't have to "mean" or physical abusive to commit the crime he is accused. He is an intelligent man. I am sure he could say exactly the right thing at the right time to manipulate people to get what he wants.
Posted by: Rock Hill Band Alumni on May 19, 2008 at 05:17 PM
Did anyone ever think that the reason I never said anything was because no one would believe a STUDENT anyway.... I mean look... no one would have believed these girls if it wasn't for the evidence. Plus no one really knows what all happened, because he was left alone with these girls all the time. I mean really what forty year old man wants to be alone with LITTLE GIRLS. That is no NORMAL. Besides some of you all say that the girls were mad because he would not mess around with them, but really be honest to yourself...Mr. Jones is NOT that attractive anyway.
Posted by: A Teacher on May 19, 2008 at 05:14 PM
I have known Mr. Jones for about 10 years. He is a good man, I agree. I also know one of the girls. Do I think he did it? I hope not. Do I think she's lying? No, I do not. Only God knows the answer. I am sickened by what I've heard and by the comments that I've read. If you are a Christian, PRAY for all involved. Do not make assumptions about the ones you do not know. You may end up regretting you ever commented.
Posted by: Chris Delawder on May 19, 2008 at 05:11 PM
I am a former student of Scott Jones, and have worked closely with him,he is a very close friend of mine. He has been an excellent mentor and inspired me to go into teaching in college and he is my real life hero. He helped me through a lot during many tough times. I know his heart and his intentions are pure and his only desire is to help people. If by some slim chance that a man as kind and trustworthy as him is guilty than there is no hope for this world, and we should stop trying to make the world a better place because there would really be no point. I have faith in him and God that the truth will come out and he will be free to live his life and continue to make a huge positive impact in the lives of others and ultimately changing the world single handedly in his everyday life. Mr. Jones, I trust you and have never trusted anyone more and I have faith in your innocence. God help and God bless you, Scott Jones!
Posted by: Rick on May 19, 2008 at 05:06 PM
Scott i am Praying for you Amy. I believe in you. I will see you guys this year at Wassell, i am sure of that.
Posted by: apache 13 on May 19, 2008 at 04:53 PM
I feel so sorry for all involved. Even if Scott is found innocent or the charges are dropped many lives have been ruined. I do not have both sides of the story nor does anyone commenting on the situation. My only contact has been with Scott and his wife through his work at the school. I find it difficult to believe he is guily of such a crime. I have worked for years in law enforcement and until a person is proven guilty or confesses he is believed to be innocent. I have dealt with sex offenders and there are signs and identifying personality characteristics that often give them away to trained professional working in the field. I have never seen or heard anything out of Scott that would indicate he would do such a thing. I do not know the girls and will leave to speculation the motivation behind their statements.
Posted by: ??? on May 19, 2008 at 04:29 PM
Hey Paul, do you have proof that he didn't? I don't think that he would have been arrested without some corroborating evidence. This isn't an isolated incident, obviously. I can tell you that it's never been ok for these clandestine relationships to exist, and if these trusted teachers walk away with just a slap on the wrist, it will never end. I don't know if he did it or not. Just seems that it ought to be left to a jury to decide. Anyone else read what "former co-worker" wrote?
Posted by: Donna Wheeler on May 19, 2008 at 04:25 PM
We believe in you Mr. Jones.Trust in GOD,he is there for you and Amy and the kids.My boys are in the band and we are praying for you and your family.
Posted by: ryan on May 19, 2008 at 04:13 PM
i know mr.jones i don't think he would do something like this i have known him since 1st grade and i am in 7th grade now and i find it hard to believe that mr.jones would do something like this he is a good father and a christan man and a good band teacher thats all i have to say
Posted by: kevin on May 19, 2008 at 04:01 PM
To all involved it is very sad, my family and i have known scott for several years and are disheartened about the situation. we truly hope for justice no matter what the outcome. Many people forget that in america people are innocent until "proven" guilty.scott , if you are innocent we hope you are vendicated quickly, if you are guilty, i pray you recieve the help you need and that these young ladies are able to heal from this ordeal.
Posted by: Carrie McManus on May 19, 2008 at 02:16 PM
To R.H.B.Alumni you say you now that this was going on when you was going to R.H.H.S.B then why did you not say something to someone about it.I thank you are full of bull!!!!.I don't thank you know what you are saying.
Posted by: HAPPY on May 19, 2008 at 02:05 PM
AFTER ALL THIS IS ELECTION YEAR SOMETHING TOO THINK ABOUT!! AND IN REDMEN COUNTY TOO!!!!
Posted by: Time will tell on May 19, 2008 at 12:13 PM
I have known Scott for several years,and find it hard to believe this could be true. I have heard so many stories on this matter, and none of them add up. I know that people can be very cruel with their comments, and I don't want to fall into that catagory, but the truth is the truth. I feel that alot of this could be taken care of if there was a affective disapline policy in effect at Rock Hill schools. It seems that our kids can say and do what they want, and there is no protection for the teachers, because if we make the parents made they might put a lawsuit against the school.Please stop letting this go on, try to protect our teachers. There will come a time when they will be hard to find, and then what will we do? The board members can't stop fighting long enough to take care of the problems. They need to put aside, who's on who's side, and stop caring more about votes, and get this school system in order.
Posted by: Ida Anson on May 19, 2008 at 12:05 PM
i have a son that is it the band and now he is talking like he don't want to do the band now b/c of all the stuff that is gone on he loves Mr.Jones and it is hard for him to think that Mr,Jones would do anything to a kid that he trys to help i think that its sad i hope and pray that every thing goes ok today with Mr.Jones and that the girls just told a lie i realy hope he is not guilty of all the stuff it is gone to take alot to show me that he did something
Posted by: Shocked on May 19, 2008 at 10:52 AM
I know Mr. Jones and have always thought very highly of him. I also know two of the girls who have come forward with these accusations and they are two very good girls. So I am not making any assumptions. I am praying for everyone involved.
Posted by: Paul on May 19, 2008 at 10:42 AM
Let me just ask this: Does anyone have any proof to whether he did commit sexual battery or are the girls just trying to start something? I am not taking sides,but ask yourself that question.
Posted by: Rockhill Mom on May 19, 2008 at 10:25 AM
This has been going on for years. I graduated about 15 years ago. It went on then and is still going on. It's not just at Rockhill.
Posted by: Travis on May 19, 2008 at 10:20 AM
This is why the educational system in this tri state region is so horrible. Scandal's Scandal's and more Scandal's. Let these students try to learn while they are still there. Spotlight in this area, is 90% bad. Honestly, do we need anymore?
Posted by: Anonymous on May 19, 2008 at 10:05 AM
I know this band director, I have seen him at alot of marching band competitions, and I definitely would not expect anything like this out of him. He is a nice man, and not perverted. I would not convict him of this. God Bless you all.
Posted by: a loving mother on May 19, 2008 at 09:50 AM
for those who disbelieve, No one ever believes the people they know are committing these crimes. Wake up people. People all around us are committing sins we don't ever know about.
Posted by: Former Co-Worker on May 19, 2008 at 09:24 AM
Scott use to be the band director and baseball coach at Portsmouth East in the 90's before leaving for a school in WV - then later returning to Rock Hill. You people who "know he's innocent and could never do these things" need to look into why he was MADE to leave. Also, the fact he is a good Christian man has absolutely nothing to do with this. I admit that Scott is very strong in his faith, but that doesn't mean he doesn't sin... he is human.
Posted by: I believe the girls! on May 19, 2008 at 08:53 AM
To:to Stand Strong on May 18, 2008 at 10:26 PM What exactly are you trying to say? "It doesn't help to be totally ignorant went it comes to a person's innocence or guilt." What does that mean? Once again, I am voicing my support of the two teenage girls that are being ripped to shreds on this message board. You can give all the examples you want about someone being falsely accused, and I can match it, or even double it with people found guilty. What do they have to gain from this? If this message board is any indicator, then I would say support isn't it. Don't YOU be so quick to judge. Why are you so sure that they are lying and he's not?
Posted by: Stand Strong Pt.2 on May 19, 2008 at 08:35 AM
Hey Ida, they had enough evidence to arrest him didn't they? I really can't understand what you are trying to say, but I think that you are saying that because he has kids that means that he is incapable of molesting others? Are you serious? And you don't ever have to feel sorry for me, Ida. I feel sorry for you and all of the others that have had the wool pulled over their eyes, by a wolf in sheeps clothing. You people act like he couldn't do it because he is so nice and kind. Being nice has nothing to do with it. From what I hear Ted Bundy was nice too. Was he supposed to walk around growling and wearing a t-shirt that says "I like underage girls!"
Posted by: rockhill student on May 19, 2008 at 08:33 AM
Scott Jones couldn't have done this because I know him and have knew him for many years. This is nothing like him.
Posted by: stephanie jiles on May 19, 2008 at 08:22 AM
hey i dont belive he would do that but in a way i do he waz nice' my homeroom teacher but in his picture he waz smileing.he waz stile my favorite.<:)
Posted by: current rockhill student on May 19, 2008 at 07:49 AM
i dont believe mr.jones would do something like this.i've had him for the past three years and he has never made any obsein justures toward anyone. i think its just a couple of girls who want attention. mr.jones has a wife and kids, and i dont think he's gonna sacrifice them for something stupid like this. jones is innocent.
Posted by: STRONG on May 19, 2008 at 05:02 AM
MR.JONES LOOKS SO SAD,SAD FOR WHAT HE GOT CAUGHT!!!I DO NOT THINK THAT TWO GIRLS WOULD LIE ABOUT SOMETHING LIKE THIS .I KNOW A TEACHER AT ROCKHILL THAT WAS RAPING BOYS AND SHE MARRIED ONE!! THIS IS NOTHING NEW. HOLD YOUR HEAD UP GIRLS FIGHT RIGHT BACK !!!!NO WAY IS IT YOUR FAULT.
Posted by: Angela on May 19, 2008 at 02:08 AM
I have known Scott for about 14 years and at no time have I ever seen anything inappropriate out of this man..nothing but a smile and kind word to anyone he meets. My children had him as a band director at East before he went to Rock Hill.. To Scott,Amy and family..I believe that you are 100% innocent!! And the courts will find that out.. Stay strong. God will get you through this rocky road in your life. Just know that you and your family are in my prayers..as well as all that are involved.. Just remember.. "Innocent until proven guilty!!" I believe in the justice system. Let the courts decide..
Posted by: RH on May 19, 2008 at 12:11 AM
Okay this comment is to whoever put there name as School! You people really get to me saying this has gone on at Rock Hill Schools for years and BLAH BLAH BLAH! This goes on at other schools too, it has nothing to do with the school, and everything to do with SICK people being teachers where they can find little girls!
Posted by: Ida Anson on May 18, 2008 at 11:27 PM
Mr.Jones has helped alot of kids and im sorry for stand strong he has had all three of my kids in the band and it lookes like with him getting kids of his own they do back ground checks they would have seen it but you know what they didn't find anything and if he did this to the girls why did it take them so long to say anything than take it back so yes stand strong me and my family is behind Mr.Jones ans his family we love him and hope they find him not guilty
Posted by: Anonymous on May 18, 2008 at 11:16 PM
I READ THESE COMMENTS ABOUT HOW EVERYONE KNOWS HIM AND HE IS A GOOD MAN.AND YOU DONT THINK THAT HE WOULD DO SOMETHING LIKE THIS!WELL SOMETIMES WE DONT REALLY KNOW SOMEONE THE WAY WE THINK WE DO!! SO DONT GO ASSUMING THINGS,THE TRUTH WILL SHOW...
Posted by: anon on May 18, 2008 at 10:41 PM
I cannot comment on guilt or innocence, however being in the Christian ministry my husband and I are very aware of making sure we do not put ourselves in a position where accusations can be made. My husband will not have a woman in his office without me being present or outside the room with the door open. Having a position over children is also very important that teachers act in the same way. Do not put yourself in a position to be accused or allow yourself to be pulled into something that you didn't intent to happen. It is a lesson for everyone.
Posted by: Rock Hill Band alumni on May 18, 2008 at 10:35 PM
Hi, I know that these girls do not have reputations, that is rediculous. I believe this did happen and that everyone has just fallen victom to Mr. Jones' manipulation. Did any of you all who are claiming that he is innocent know that he took a manipulation class online, well I do and he has just proved to us all how good he really is at those kind of skills. They would not have arrested him if they did not have evidence, so hello everyone wake up he is guilty, I always suspected it when I was in highschool anyway, and I only graduated highschool two years ago, so every one sort of knew they were all just afraid to say anything, because "omg what would we all do with out Mr. Jones!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
Posted by: Tammy on May 18, 2008 at 10:30 PM
I went to high school at rock hill for years and i know Mr. Jones you all are right he is a very nice man but you all need to look at everything before you say that he didn't do something he may have done this that you all will never know. Now days it is hard to send your child to school daycare or even have a nanny b/c you all will never know what happen if your not there thats why when my kids get old enough i will home school them
Posted by: to Stand Strong on May 18, 2008 at 10:26 PM
While we should take each accusation seriously, to convict someone just on the word of a person is also irresponsible. I can think of three boys at Duke who were accused, tried and convicted before it was discovered the accuser lied about the incident to get money. It doesn't help to be totally ignorant went it comes to a person's innocence or guilt.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 18, 2008 at 10:22 PM
I agree with "stand strong". These girls