ALVIN, Texas — An Alvin ISD faculty member was hospitalized after being stabbed by a student Tuesday morning, according to officials.
Officials said the student grabbed a sharp object and stabbed a coach before students reported to class at Alvin Junior High School.
The district said the incident was isolated and the teacher was taken to an area hospital out of an abundance of caution.
The student was taken into custody and is charged with aggravated assault on a public servant, officials say.
Here's the full statement from the district:
"This morning, before students reported to class, there was an isolated incident at Alvin Jr. High involving a student and faculty member. The student is in custody and, out of an abundance of caution, the faculty member has been transported to a local hospital.
"Alvin ISD Police Department is actively investigating the incident and appropriate charges will be filed."