News Summary
Christoffer Collins, the former basketball coach at Chattanooga Preparatory School, has been sentenced to 30 days in jail for aggravated assault. This incident, alongside other troubling events involving staff members, has raised serious safety concerns among parents and school leadership. Collins’ past success as a coach is now overshadowed by his violent actions. Meanwhile, the school’s community is grappling with recent charges against another staff member, further questioning the school’s safety measures and oversight processes.
Chattanooga – Christoffer Collins, the former basketball coach of Chattanooga Preparatory School, has been sentenced to 30 days in jail for aggravated assault following an incident that occurred at a local restaurant. The incidents surrounding Collins, alongside other troubling events within the school community, have raised serious concerns among parents and staff.
Collins was arrested in August 2023 after surveillance footage captured him repeatedly punching a woman in front of a child at J. Alexander’s in Hamilton Place. The violent act prompted law enforcement officials to charge him with aggravated assault, and he faced the legal system as a result of his actions.
As part of his sentencing, Collins has been granted judicial diversion, which allows him to avoid a harsher punishment provided he complies with several conditions. These conditions include completing court-approved programs such as anger management, marital counseling, and defensive driving school. In addition, Collins has been placed on four years of probation, meaning he will need to adhere to specific regulations set by the court during this time.
Collins’ tenure at Chattanooga Preparatory School was marked by apparent success, culminating in December 2022 when he was named the Middle School District AA Coach of the Year for the 2022-23 season. However, his recent legal troubles have overshadowed these achievements and prompted discussions about the safety and well-being of students under his watch.
The situation at Chattanooga Preparatory School has become increasingly concerning in light of recent events involving another staff member. Kenya White, a teacher at the school, was arrested in February 2025 on multiple charges of sexual exploitation of a minor. White is now facing federal charges related to these allegations, showcasing a troubling trend within the school’s administration.
Prior to these serious charges, White had previously been indicted in July 2024 on counts of aggravated assault and three other charges. However, those charges were later dismissed, raising questions about the school’s hiring and oversight processes for its educators. The recent findings regarding both Collins and White have left parents within the school community alarmed and questioning the safety measures in place for their children.
Following his departure from the coaching position, Collins has begun operating CKC Elite Basketball Training, a basketball training business that focuses on helping young athletes develop their skills. While Collins may continue to support youth through this venture, the impact of his past actions and the current climate at Chattanooga Preparatory School remains a concern for many parents and community members.
The series of incidents surrounding Collins and White contributes to a growing sense of unease within the Chattanooga Preparatory School community. Parents are left wondering how both individuals were able to hold positions of authority and trust within the school and what measures are being taken to ensure their children’s safety at school.
In conclusion, the combination of Collins’ violent criminal actions and White’s serious allegations presents significant challenges for Chattanooga Preparatory School’s staff and leadership. The community is now tasked with addressing these issues and restoring trust among parents, students, and educators within the school environment.
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- Local 3 News
- Wikipedia: Aggravated Assault
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- Google Search: Chattanooga Preparatory School
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- Times Free Press
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Basketball
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