Grand Prairie, Texas, January 15, 2026
A middle school teacher in Grand Prairie has been arrested on allegations of grooming a student. Kelvin Leiva, who taught at Arnold Middle School, was placed on administrative leave following an anonymous report of inappropriate communication. The arrest follows similar incidents in the Dallas-Fort Worth area as the community remains concerned about student safety and well-being. Local school districts are emphasizing their commitment to protecting students, encouraging parents to report any concerns.
Grand Prairie Middle School Teacher Arrested on Child Grooming Charges
Grand Prairie, Texas – A middle school teacher in Grand Prairie has been arrested on charges related to the alleged grooming of a student. Kelvin Leiva, who taught English and language arts at Arnold Middle School, was placed on administrative leave on October 23 after the district received an anonymous report alleging inappropriate communication with a student. The Grand Prairie Police Department took over the investigation on October 24, and Leiva was arrested on January 8. As of Wednesday afternoon, it remained unclear whether Leiva remained in jail. The district has not released further details about the case. The safety and well-being of students are among the district’s highest concerns.
Background on Teacher Arrests in the Region
This incident follows a series of similar cases in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. In November 2025, a former Celina ISD teacher and coach was indicted on federal charges of sexual exploitation of children. William Caleb Elliott, 26, was accused of recording middle school boys showering and undressing. He resigned from his position and surrendered his teaching license to the Texas Education Agency.
In October 2025, a 54-year-old former Mesquite ISD coach was arrested for allegedly grooming a 14-year-old girl. Sergio Gonzalez, who served as a teacher and coach for 20 years at A.C. New Middle School, was charged with child grooming after engaging in inappropriate behavior such as kissing on the forehead, hugging, and holding hands with the student.
District’s Response and Measures
In response to these incidents, local school districts have emphasized their commitment to student safety. Grand Prairie ISD, for example, has stated that the safety and well-being of students are among their highest concerns. The district has not released further details about the case involving Leiva.
Legal Proceedings and Community Impact
Legal proceedings are ongoing in these cases, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward. The community remains vigilant, and parents are encouraged to maintain open lines of communication with school officials to ensure the safety of all students.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Grand Prairie, Texas |
| School Involved | Arnold Middle School |
| Teacher Arrested | Kelvin Leiva |
| Subject Taught | English and Language Arts |
| Administrative Leave Date | October 23, 2025 |
| Investigation Start Date | October 24, 2025 |
| Arrest Date | January 8, 2026 |
| Current Status | Unclear if Leiva remains in jail; no further details released |
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