At its meeting Thursday, the Folsom Cordova Unified School District Board formally acknowledged the administrative law decision that led to the termination of Conrade Mayer, a former campus monitor at Cordova High School, following multiple student complaints and a state hearing earlier this year.
Mayer, a longtime Rancho Cordova resident and community figure, was placed on administrative leave in December 2023. The district launched an internal investigation after several students alleged that Mayer made sexually inappropriate comments to them while on duty at the school.
In an official statement issued Friday, the district said, “Yesterday, the Folsom Cordova Unified School District Board of Trustees voted to terminate the employment of Mr. Conrade Mayer following a thorough and legally required process.”
“While the District does not typically comment on personnel matters, Mr. Mayer exercised his legal right to have this process conducted publicly. We understand this has been a difficult and emotional situation for many in our community, and we appreciate the patience and understanding of our students, families, and staff throughout this process,” the statement continued.
According to public records from the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH), several female students testified during a February 2025 evidentiary hearing, detailing incidents in which Mayer allegedly made remarks that were sexually suggestive, demeaning, or inappropriate for a school setting. Witnesses also included school staff members who testified about prior concerns.
Among the allegations outlined in the OAH decision were comments about students’ physical appearances, references to sexual innuendo, and conduct deemed “grooming behavior” by the presiding judge. Mayer denied the accusations during testimony. However, the judge ultimately found the students’ accounts credible and determined that his conduct violated district policy and professional standards.
The district’s statement confirmed the sequence of events leading to Mayer’s dismissal: “Allegations involving Mr. Mayer were brought forward in December 2023. He was immediately placed on administrative leave, and the District initiated an independent investigation. Based on the investigation’s findings, the District recommended termination in January 2024.”
“This matter was then referred to the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH), where an independent Administrative Law Judge conducted a full hearing. On April 28, 2025, the Judge issued a proposed decision supporting the District’s recommendation for dismissal, finding multiple forms of misconduct, including conduct that is unacceptable in any learning environment.”
The Board voted to uphold the judge’s recommendation and formally dismiss Mayer. “The Board reviewed the findings and related materials in detail and made its final decision after significant deliberation,” the statement said.
While no criminal charges have been filed in connection with the case, the district acknowledged the broader impact of the situation. “We recognize that situations like this have an impact on our school community. Support services are available through Care Solace for any student, family, or staff member in need.”
The statement concluded with a message of reassurance to the community: “We remain steadfast in our commitment to fostering a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment and to upholding the trust and integrity our community deserves.”
Mayer, a former recipient of the Rancho Cordovan of the Year award and known for his involvement in various local organizations, has not released a public statement since the ruling.
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