According to Frisco Police, the 54-year-old woman was arrested after allegations of a physical assault involving a student.

FRISCO, Texas — A teacher has been arrested and charged with injuring a student, according to a press release by Frisco Police. 

Police say 54-year-old Patricia Kemper, a teacher at McSpedden Elementary School, was arrested and charged with the third degree felony. 

Officials say the arrest comes after an investigation into allegations of a physical assault happening between Kemper and a student, which were raised by Frisco ISD. Police say once they got the report, they opened a criminal investigation in coordination with the school district. 

Kemper has been charged with Injury to a child and could see two to ten years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine. Police say Kemper turned herself into the Collin County Sheriff’s jail earlier this week after charges were filed. 

In a statement shared to WFAA by Frisco ISD, officials say Kemper has been placed on administrative leave and is prohibited from entering Frisco ISD property. District officials say she hasn’t been on campus or around students since the allegations were made. 

District officials say counselors and campus administrators are available to support students as needed. 

Officials say anyone with information related to the case is urged to contact Frisco Police. Anonymous tips can be submitted by texting FRISCOPD and your tip to 847411 or through the Frisco PD app.Â