An independent review of how Loudoun County, Virginia officials handled a confirmed sexual assault and another alleged incident will be undertaken by a law firm, it was announced Friday. Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) has been accused of mishandling the confirmed assault, which took place on May 28 at Stone Bridge High School in Ashburn, but officials, including Superintendent Scott Ziegler, have so far refused to resign. In a brief statement, Ziegler said officials “believe we have followed all mandatory reporting protocols and aided law enforcement to the fullest extent allowed in all investigations regarding these matters” but “we acknowledge that these matters need to be fully reviewed.” With the support of the county’s school board, LCPS has hired Blankingship & Keith, P.C., to conduct an independent review. “Please know that this independent review is only one step in moving forward to help heal our school community. We will keep you …