South Bend Schools Clarify Coach Karczewski Investigation Findings
The South Bend Community School Corporation has issued a clarified statement regarding former Adams High School football coach Frank Karczewski, stating that an investigation found no evidence of him sending photographs or messages to students. While Karczewski will not return…
South Bend Elkhart, IN, November 10, 2026 — The South Bend Community School Corporation (SBCSC) has released a statement clarifying the findings of an investigation concerning former Adams High School football coach Frank Karczewski. According to the corporation, the investigation found no evidence that Karczewski sent photographs or messages to students.
Despite these findings, Karczewski will not be returning to his position as head football coach at Adams High School. The school corporation confirmed that he will, however, continue to be employed by the district in another capacity. Specific details regarding the nature of the allegations that prompted the investigation, the timeline of the investigation, or the exact reasons for Karczewski not resuming his coaching duties beyond the investigation’s findings were not publicly disclosed in the statement.
The corporation’s statement aims to provide clarity on the matter following initial reports or inquiries. The focus of the investigation, as reported by the SBCSC, was specifically on whether Karczewski transmitted photographs or messages to students. The outcome indicates that the investigation did not substantiate these particular claims.
Frank Karczewski had previously served as the head football coach for Adams High School. His continued employment within the South Bend Community School Corporation signifies that his tenure with the district is ongoing, albeit not in the role of head football coach. Further information regarding his new role within the district was not immediately available.
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