CASCADE, Mich. — The vice president for the Board of Education at Forest Hills Public Schools has resigned following accusations of driving under the influence following a two-car crash in February, according to Suzanne Callahan, President of Forest Hills Public Schools Board of Education.
Court documents show Martha Walters Atwater, 58, was arrested for drunk driving on Feb. 26, on Hall Road in Cascade Township when she crashed into another vehicle.
The Kent County Sheriff's Office says it happened at the stoplight when they say Atwater rear-ended a stopped vehicle.
No one was hurt in the crash.
Atwater is facing one count of operating while intoxicated. This is her first offense, and she waived arraignment in 63rd District Court.
She posted a $100 bond and is due back in court on April 12.
Atwater worked for the Forest Hills Public School Board since 2010. Along with her position as VP, Atwater was also the chair of the curriculum committee and an active part of the Forest Hills Public Schools Foundation.
The Forest Hills Public School Board has already opened the application process to fill Atwater's seat.
President Callahan says the person appointed will serve until a successor is elected in the District's regular election. Applicants also must be registered voters in the Forest Hills Public School District.
Applicants are requested to submit a letter of interest and resume describing their background and qualifications. Letters should be addressed to:
Suzanne Callahan, President
Forest Hills Board of Education
6590 Cascade Road SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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