Howe High School football coach Jake Smith has been placed on administrative leave following allegations of inappropriate behavior toward a student-athlete and school employees.
The decision was announced Tuesday, November 3, 2026, by school officials. The allegations involve misconduct directed at a student-athlete and staff members, though specific details have not been disclosed.
An investigation is underway, and Smith will remain on leave pending its outcome. The school district has not provided a timeline for the investigation's completion.
