CELINA, TX – A lawsuit filed recently has brought to light allegations involving secret recordings of students in locker rooms within the Celina Independent School District. The legal action, announced this morning, claims that approximately 30 families have been informed of potential privacy violations affecting their children.
The suit includes accusations against Caleb Elliott, who allegedly recorded numerous middle school boys in compromising situations within the locker rooms. The lawsuit further implicates the middle school principal and Bill Elliott, Caleb’s father, who serves as the district’s athletic director and head coach of the Celina High School football team.
According to the lawsuit, Caleb Elliott engaged in an illicit relationship with a teenage student during his tenure at Celina High School. In an attempt to manage the scandal discreetly, the school district reportedly transferred him to Moore Middle School, where he was later caught placing hidden cameras.
Earlier this month, a group of boys reported to authorities that they were being secretly recorded by Elliott. Investigators confirmed finding multiple images on his cellphone, escalating concerns over the district’s handling of the situation.
Attorneys representing the affected families argue that the district must be held accountable for its administrative actions, noting a history of inaction despite awareness of illegal activities. They highlight a pattern of moving staff around rather than addressing misconduct.
Bill Elliott was placed on paid administrative leave last week while an independent investigation, prompted by his son’s arrest, is underway. Despite a petition garnering hundreds of signatures, Celina ISD announced he would not participate in the upcoming senior night ceremonies.
The district stated in a press release that the investigation is being conducted by an independent party, with full cooperation in sharing necessary information.