McAtee was charged with neglect of a dependent, a level 6 felony.

"The Porter Township School Corporation is angered and disappointed in the actions of this driver," Stacey Schmidt, Porter Township School Corp. superintendent, said in an email. "The safety of our students is a top priority."

"This individual’s actions are not reflective of the hard work, dedication, and professionalism of our staff," she said. "We are thankful for the students and parents who came forward quickly with this information to both PTSC administration and law enforcement allowing us to respond expediently and take the proper steps to insure student safety."

The news release did not state whether McAtee was still in custody or any bond amount set for her.

"The students and parents that immediately came forward with this information should be commended for doing exactly what we teach, which is 'See something, say something,'" Sheriff David Reynolds said. "An investigation was immediately started and no one was injured or harmed. The Sheriff’s Office and the Porter Township School Corp. takes safety and security of every student seriously and every parent must understand that this case will be investigated thoroughly."