Katy ISD coach accused of improper relationship with student, district says

KATY, Texas (KTRK) -- A Katy ISD high school coach is accused of having an improper relationship with a student, according to the district.

The school district sent out a press release stating that police have investigated the allegations against Robert Ownby, who is a coach at Tompkins High School.

According to Katy ISD, Ownby resigned during the investigation and has been charged with a second-degree felony for improper relationship between educator and student.

"The safety and security of Katy ISD students and staff is the District's top priority. Whenever the District is made aware of an allegation, personnel work swiftly with law enforcement and other agencies to ensure a thorough investigation and resolution to protect the safety and well-being of all students," Katy ISD shared in a statement.

According to an article by Katy Magazine Ownby was the girls' basketball coach at Tompkins High School where he was awarded High School Girls Sports Assistant Coach of the Year for Katy ISD in 2020.

Katy ISD SAID Ownby was charged on Wednesday, declining to say how long he has been with the district or the high school.

No one responded at his residence Wednesday where neighbors confirmed he lived with his family.

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