St. John's Military School Harmed By Former Student's Hoax

SALINA, Kan., March 19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- St. John's Military School is seeking partial summary judgment involving a lawsuit brought on behalf of Michael Kelly in U.S. District Court for Kansas, following the former cadet's admission that his earlier egregious claim of being taped, bound and gagged against his will was clearly untrue.

"Sadly, this is an instance where a false statement, false allegation, a false photograph and false exhibits were filed with the court and then widely disseminated by the media. This has caused significant harm to St. John's Military School," said St. John's President Andrew England.

"Considerable attorney's fees, expenses and staff hours have been expended battling the false allegation of this former cadet. His untrue statement resulted in unfounded litigation and unfair and erroneous public perception. The immense harm to St. John's reputation and our students is significant and long-lasting," England said.

According to St. John's filing, Kelly recanted his earlier groundless assertion regarding an alleged incident where he falsely claimed he was bound, taped and gagged against his will. In his sworn deposition he indicated that his actions were, incredibly, intended as a joke. However, when prospective students or their parents conduct an Internet search for St. John's, links to the false allegations of Kelly and subsequent news video interview and printed news stories showing the falsehoods portray St. John's cadet learning environment in an unfavorable manner. 

About St. John's Military School

The caring people of St. John's Military School inspire young men to prepare themselves for a better future by accomplishing more than they might think possible. Faculty and boarding school staff provide a safe, structured environment that encourages self-confidence and personal achievement. For the cadets, learning to overcome obstacles becomes second nature while individual intellectual and physical successes give them higher expectations that come from a greater belief in their own abilities.

The result is that St. John's cadets perform at the highest level academically, physically, morally and spiritually. From the committed school administration and chaplain to dedicated teachers and military advisers, St. John's cadre of leaders is devoted to the well-being of each and every student entrusted in their care and to nurturing his leadership potential.

Media Contact:
Andy England, President
St. John's Military School
Salina, Kansas
785.823.7231
[email protected]
sjms.org

SOURCE St. John's Military School

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