Donna Chiera, president of Perth Amboy Federation/AFT, which represents teachers and other district employees, said by law Muniz was placed on administrative leave by the schools superintendent. She said this occurred about a week ago.

“It is our understanding he was placed on administrative leave because it is no longer an issue of school discipline but a legal issue. We do not have a role in legal issues, only employment,’’ said Chiera, who expected Muniz to remain on leave until the legal process is resolved.

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