Former Greensburg principal on list of those accused of abuse in Erie diocese

A former principal at Greensburg Central Catholic is one of dozens of people accused by the Erie diocese of hurting children.

Denise Myers, 51, who worked as a teacher at Elk County Catholic High School before moving to Greensburg in 2011, is among a large number of people who were “credibly accused of actions that … disqualify that person from working with children,” the Roman Catholic Diocese of Erie said Friday.

In a follow-up statement to WPXI news partner TribLive, the diocese said, “The diocese can confirm that it is aware of credible evidence independently gathered over the years by diocesan and independent investigative personnel indicating that Mrs. Denise J. Myers violated the child-protection policies and expectations applicable during her prior employment within the Erie Diocese, rendering her unsuitable for any future employment involving children in the Erie Diocese’s judgment.”

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Greensburg issued a statement saying it was never aware of any allegations against Myers prior to her hiring, and never had any allegations of misconduct during her tenure until her termination in the fall of 2013.

The diocese has said only that Myers was fired because of the findings of a forensic audit. She was never charged, but the diocese says she admitted to violations of state law and the diocesan policy.

The diocese issued the following statement regarding the Erie allegations: “Bishop Malesic reiterates his concern and heartfelt desire to assist any victims of abuse and invites survivors of abuse to meet with him for healing and reconciliation.”

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