Whitefish Bay associate principal resigns after being charged with homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle
Updated, March 17, 2025, 10:30 a.m. (CBS 58) -- The Whitefish Bay School District has confirmed that Salomon resigned from her position back on Thurs. March 12.
In a statement to CBS 58, Superintendent Dr. Jamie Foeckler said "We wanted to inform you that on March 12, 2025, the School Board accepted Ms. Rebecca Salomon’s resignation as the Associate Principal at Cumberland. Mr. Jeff Treul will continue to provide administrative support for the remainder of the school year."
Foeckler went on to say, "The district will start its search for the next Cumberland Associate Principal to begin their employment at the start of the 2025-2026 school year."
WEST BEND, Wis. (CBS 58) -- An associate principal in the Whitefish Bay School District has been charged in Washington County with homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle following a fatal crash in the Town of West Bend.
Rebecca Sue Salomon, 51, was arrested after a crash at County Trunk P and County Trunk NN on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, just after 8 p.m.
According to a criminal complaint filed in Washington County District Court, Washington County sheriff’s deputies found a man unresponsive inside of his Chevy Impala, which was reportedly struck by the Jeep Grand Cherokee being driven by Salomon.
He was taken to the hospital, where he died from his injuries on Thursday, Jan. 9.
Officials say Salomon admitted to drinking at a tavern before driving, having had three margaritas. Her blood alcohol concentration was measured at 0.109, above the legal limit. Police believe Saloman either ran a stop sign at the intersection or failed to yield for the victim's Impala.
A download of data from Saloman's car showed she was traveling 52 mph five seconds before the crash in a 45-mph zone.
CBS 58 spoke with one district parent, who said she "believes it's extremely unfortunate, but due to the circumstances, I think permanent leave is required. I believe the district is handling the situation very well and appropriate measures have been taken."
Whitefish Bay Schools Superintendent Dr. Jamie Foeckler sent families a lengthy statement about the situation, which reads in full:
"Dear Cumberland Families,
The District leadership and School Board are aware of a personnel matter occurring off District property and outside the school day involving a Cumberland staff member which has been the subject of media attention. We want to assure you that no one else within the school community was involved in this matter. While we cannot share further details due to privacy rights, please know the matter is being handled with the utmost care and seriousness. As soon as we were made aware of this matter, the staff member was not at work at Cumberland and still has not returned to work.
When personnel matters arise, District leadership is committed to handling them with the utmost diligence and prudence. While legal requirements, as well as privacy considerations, limit the information we can share publicly, please know that we thoroughly investigate every situation. We remain steadfast in following all District policies and state and federal laws regarding personnel matters to ensure fairness and integrity throughout the process.
In alignment with the District’s mission to provide a safe, caring, and inclusive environment, other administrators in the District are actively providing support to Principal Heffron as well as the Cumberland students, staff, and families. School operations will continue uninterrupted, ensuring stability and focus for the entire school community.
We appreciate your patience, trust, and understanding as we work through this matter. Thank you for your continued partnership in making Cumberland an Exceptional Place to Learn. If you have any questions, recognizing that the District cannot provide information on personnel matters, please contact me at 414-963-3901."
