Innocent until proven guilty — unless you’re accused by high school students (who, of course, never lie, exaggerate, or misunderstand what’s said to them).
Nothing (nothing!) in the article proves that the ex-teacher was actually guilty of anything. The crime here is how long it takes to process a case.
How about a speedy trial — clear the innocent, and stomp on the guilty?
That's the point. He did nothing illegal.
The problem is that because of union rules they couldn't even fire him. Inappropriate behavior shouldn't have to rise to the level of a crime before you can fire somebody. Because of the unions they were forced to keep this pig around doing nothing and will probably end up paying him several million dollars in retirement.