NORWICH – The Norwich City School District teacher facing forgery and theft charges appeared in court on Monday, and told officials she may have only taken a portion of what she’s accused of stealing.

Rebecca Evans, 49, of Norwich, was the former Purple Tornado Community Team Treasurer before being charged with third-degree grand larceny, and second-degree forgery, two class D felonies.

According to Norwich City School District officials, Evans stole $7615.38 during her time as treasurer by forging names on checks for fraudulent transactions.

In court on Monday, Evans refused to plead guilty to second-degree forgery in exchange for one year of probation. The agreement would also have her repay the full amount, plus an additional five percent surcharge.