West Haven Math Teacher Resigns Amid Reports of Relationship With Former Student

A math teacher at West Haven High School has been placed on paid administrative leave until his resignation takes effect Dec. 31 in light of reports that he has been dating a recent high school graduate.

Michael Golinski was placed on paid leave in September. School officials have not released any details of the situation but reports have circulated that Golinksi began dating a recent graduate.

West Haven police said detectives investigated the complaint but found that the relationship began after the student graduated, that the student was at least 18 years old and the relationship was consensual, so Golinski did not break any laws.

West Haven school Supt. Neil Cavallaro declined to elaborate on the situation, citing a "personnel issue."

Golinski could not be reached for comment.

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