By Marla Jones, Managing Editor • marla@southerntorch.com

FORT PAYNE, Ala. — Earlier this week, a report was made regarding a K3 teacher dispensing melatonin to children at The Roc Learning Center in Fort Payne.

While reports are unclear on how long this occurred or how many students were affected, a letter was sent out to parents regarding the situation.

In a statement made to Southern Torch, The Roc owner Steve Cornelius stated the employee had been terminated and the case was turned over to the DeKalb County Department of Human Resources (DHR).

DHR Director Denise Rains stated she could not confirm or deny any information regarding the situation.

Southern Torch received a copy of the letter on Wednesday, which stated:

"Parents, it came to my attention that a teacher had given melatonin to some children in the K3 room. Under further investigation, it was determined that she had in fact given it to some of the kids. It is unclear who she gave them to but that she had given it to some.

The employee was immediately written up and has been terminated. I apologize for this and as always will continue to do my best to take care of your children to the best of my abilities.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call me anytime."