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Former Naugatuck teacher accused of inappropriate communication with minor

They say 54-year-old Michael Harte texted with a 15-year-old student for several months.

Cole McDonnell

Aug 24, 2026, 3:49 PM

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Police say a former Naugatuck school teacher was charged with harmful communication with a minor.

They say 54-year-old Michael Harte texted with a 15-year-old student for several months.

Harte is no longer employed by the Naugatuck School District, according to police.

Police say Harte will be back in court next month.

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