June 27, 2008 - The former Overton Independent School District superintendent pleaded guilty to theft of property by a public servant.
Mark Stretcher was sentenced to five years deferred adjudication.
Stretcher resigned in January, one day after school board members met to discuss his contract. A district audit last year year revealed possible missing Overton ISD funds. The Texas Education Agency began an investigation. About two weeks ago, TEA forwarded its findings report to the district attorney’s office.
The case was on the docket for the next grand jury when Stretcher pleaded guilty. As part of his sentencing he must make restitution. He also has surrendered his Texas teacher certification.
Friday, June 27, 2008
Overton, TEXAS
