Andre DeKok, a former Beloit Memorial High School teacher and coach, faces charges of sexual assault of a student by school staff and child enticement.
He has been married to Carmen and lived happily with their three children.
Andre DeKok retired from the Beloit Memorial High School in 2021 after a 30-year career. He has been arrested and faces serious criminal charges related to the alleged sexual assault of a student.
The Rock County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest after receiving an allegation in late 2024. A criminal complaint identifies four victims.
A judge set DeKok’s bond at $500,000. If released, he is prohibited from having contact with the victims, their families, or any minors. He is also barred from Beloit school property and cannot work as a teacher or coach.
On the other hand, if convicted, he faces a maximum of 25 years in prison for child enticement and six years for sexual assault. His next court appearance is scheduled for December 11, 2025.
A 61-year-old has been removed from his position as president of the board of Nature at the Confluence, a nature preserve in South Beloit, due to the allegations.
Authorities are asking anyone with information about the case to contact the Rock County Sheriff’s Office tip line at 608-757-7911.
I taught at this school for 33 years. The kids that learn here are amazing. This is not the first time something like this has occurred. Education is important. A very teachable moment here. It’s not just because it’s wrong, but understanding WHY it’s wrong. Stay positive BMHS!!
Andre DeKok
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A Glimpse into Andre DeKok’s Family Life
Andre DeKok is a man whose happiness is deeply rooted in his family.
He is happily married to his wife, Carmen, and together they are proud parents to their three children: Andrew, Gabrielle, and Rebekkah.
The DeKoks are a very close-knit family.
Andre is a dedicated husband and father who never forgets to wish his wife and children a happy birthday on social media.
Their family bond is active and fun, with their youngest daughter, Rebekkah, even introducing Andre to pickleball.
Happy belated Daughters Day to these to smart, beautiful, lovely women!! You both make me proud every day!!
Andre DeKok
Andre and Carmen’s partnership is filled with adventure and celebration. They love to travel and meet new friends.
Recently, in July 2024, they celebrated Carmen’s birthday with a bike ride in northern Wisconsin. They also took a bike ride alongside their friends, Butch and Joanne Pickett, to the Shopiere Tap for drinks.
The family continues to celebrate each other’s achievements, big and small, such as Rebekkah’s induction into her school’s athletic honor society.
Getting in the holiday spirit. Got our tree today and have almost 100% complete. The pets have to supervise!
Andre DeKok
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Andre DeKok’s Wife was a Beloved Teacher
After an impressive 38 years of shaping young minds, Carmen DeKok has taught her final day of fourth grade in the Janesville School District.
She was the first of her family to attend college.
Carmen earned her Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education from Winona State University and her master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
She spent the latter part of her career at Roosevelt Elementary School. She served for 21 years at Harrison Elementary before moving to Roosevelt in 2008.
Moreover, she was honored with the Outstanding Teacher Award from the Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s Ag in the Classroom program. This award recognized her exceptional work in fostering students’ interest in agriculture.
Carmen’s lessons were so impactful that they motivated some students to pursue agriculture classes in high school and even consider careers in the industry.
Her long and inspiring career has left a lasting mark on the Janesville community.
It was wonderful. Because we lived in a ranch home right next to my grandparents who had a big farmhouse. My cousins would come and stay during the summer with Grandpa and Grandma and we’d all pitch in.
Carmen DeKok
