Joseph A. Bradley, the new superintendent for the Spring Grove Area School District, was charged with driving under the influence days before he started his new position.
According to a news release from state police, Bradley, 51, was arrested on June 28 after police encountered him at 2:38 a.m. driving in the 100 block of South Forney Avenue in Hanover.
The release said he was determined to be under the influence of alcohol, though it did not state his blood alcohol content.
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The school board issued a statement that Bradley immediately made members aware of the arrest.
"The Board is gathering more information at this time," said the statement.
The board also released a statement from Bradley, printed in full below:
“On Thursday, June 27th, I made a regretful error in judgment while dealing with personal turmoil. I take responsibility for that decision. As a school employee and, more importantly, as a father, I am disappointed in my actions. I remorsefully acknowledge the impact my choices had on others.
"I apologize to the entire Spring Grove community for my actions. I vow to do better and rebuild the great trust given to me by this District's Board and families. I intend to address these charges in a forthright manner and will accept any appropriate consequences for my actions.
"I apologize to my family for the stress and embarrassment I have caused them. I am hopeful the empathy and understanding of this loving community, which I have witnessed first hand in my time at Spring Grove, will be afforded to me and my family during this time.
"While addressing this matter I am going to focus on the future. I intend to use the resources afforded through our Employee Assistance Program and honestly address any and all issues that drove me to exercise poor judgment and act in a manner which is wholly inconsistent with my core values, character and reputation.”
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