A teacher’s lawsuit against Boise school officials has been settled, weeks before a scheduled jury trial. Michelle Chung, a family and consumer science teacher at West Junior High School, said district and school officials ignored a dangerous mouse infestation problem for years.

Details of the Settlement

As a result, Chung said she was diagnosed with Lyme disease in 2024. In September 2024, Chung’s lawyer said her client’s hysterectomy “was likely caused by her undiagnosed Lyme disease and exposure.” The district’s attorneys disputed Chung’s allegations, saying Chung “was guilty of negligent and careless misconduct” connected to the damages she claimed in her lawsuit.

The case had been scheduled for a June 29 jury trial. The closure of the case, however, remains a mystery. Both parties agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice — which closes the case, and means Chung cannot bring it back. Both parties agreed to cover their own costs and legal fees.

Original reporting: Idaho Education News — read the source article.