Texas school principal's husband is exposed as suspected pedophile 'who produced child porn on school grounds, before distributing it on the dark web'

A Texas school principal's husband has been accused of producing child abuse materials on school grounds and distributing it on the dark web.

James Stone, who teaches at Tompkins High School in Katy, was taken into custody on Monday on 10 counts of possessing and producing what police say are thousands of images involving minors. 

Police say the 53-year-old admitted to producing the images, some of which were taken on school grounds.

He is also well of taking images at various local swimming pools and other places in Katy. 

Police claimed that the images were distributed on 'the dark web.'

His wife Melinda Stone, the principal of Taylor High School, wrote two emails to the school community following his arrest and said she was cutting ties with her husband.

James Stone, 53, who teaches at Tompkins High School in Katy, was taken into custody on 10 counts of possessing and producing child pornography 

James' wife Melinda Stone (pictured left) sent out multiple emails Monday completely cutting ties with her husband

In two emails - one to parents and staff and another just to staff - she confirmed her knowledge of the charges and announced she was disavowing her husband, whom she said did something 'disgraceful'.

In her letter to staff, the principal wrote: 'I am sure that many of you are aware of the incident involving my husband, James Stone. James was arrested this morning for possession of pornographic materials. 

'His arrest and involvement in this criminal activity was unbeknownst to me or those closest to him. 

'My family and I are deeply disappointed in his actions and thus we do not have any plans to be involved in James’ criminal proceedings as he navigates the next steps. 

'It also important for me to confirm with you that I, nor any other family member, is implicated in James’ criminal activity.

'Because the incident is still being investigated, law enforcement agencies are unable to provide additional information at this time, but know that the District and I take this incident very seriously and are fully cooperating with law enforcement.

Melinda Stone is the principal of Taylor High School. She wrote two letters - one to families and staff and another just to staff - in which she confirmed her knowledge of the charges and announced she was disavowing her husband, whom she said did something 'disgraceful'

One student, junior Savannah Lacks, says she's now reconsidering her interactions with Stone

'Providing a safe and secure learning environment is and will continue to be the District’s and my top priority. An update will be provided by the District as information becomes available.'

In an email to parents, the principal pledged to continue to serve students. 

'Earlier this morning, you received a copy of the message below that I sent to my staff regarding a criminal incident concerning James Stone,' she wrote in a letter addressed to families and staff. 

'I believe it is important for our parents to be aware of the information that is being shared with staff concerning this matter. I understand that you may have questions or concerns and I am available to speak with parents who wish to do so. 

'As mentioned to staff below, law enforcement are continuing to investigate. I apologize for any disruption this disgraceful incident may have caused.

'Please know that I am fully committed to serving Taylor High School students, staff and school community. An update will be provided by the District as information becomes available.'

James Stone is accused of not just possessing child pornography but taking photos at Tompkins High School, as well as various local swimming pools and other places in Katy

James Stone allegedly distributed the images on 'the dark web' 

Melinda Stone is quickly distancing herself from her husband in emails to both staff and parents Monday

One student, junior Savannah Lacks, says she's now reconsidering her interactions with Stone

'I had him as a study hall teacher,' she told ABC13. 'It was really weird. He would always tell me to come over to the desk.'

'I didn't personally know him, so I was just like, scary for our community, especially Tompkins. But I mean, it's good that they finally got revealed,' added Anton Freese. 

'Providing a safe and secure learning environment is and will continue to be the District's and my top priority. An update will be provided by the District as information becomes available.' 

Tompkins High, where James Stone taught, said in a letter to parents that he's been away from campus over the past week and will not return. 

James Stone is in custody at the Fort Bend County Jail as the investigation continues. 

He's scheduled to make his first court appearance Tuesday, according to Click 2 Houston.

Police believe there may be many more victims and are encouraging anyone with information to come forward.

Katy ISD said in a statement: 'On Monday morning, the Montgomery County Constables Office Precinct 3 arrested James Stone, an educator at Tompkins High School, for possession or promotion of child pornography. 

'The individual has not been on campus since last week and will not return to the school. Due to the ongoing investigation, we are unable to provide additional information at this time. Please be assured, the district takes this type of incident very seriously and is fully cooperating with law enforcement.

'In Katy ISD, providing a safe and secure learning environment is and will continue to be our top priority and we will always act swiftly when that is compromised.'