Rocky View Schools (RVS) superintendent Greg Luterbach has released a statement on the arrest of a Springbank Community High School teacher who has been charged with sexual offences against a student.
Luterbach outlines that RVS was made aware of a staff member that was being investigated by Cochrane RCMP after they were taken into custody on Jan. 21.
“RCMP advised us Tim Bailey, a Grade 10/11/12 Math teacher at Springbank Community High School, was charged on Jan. 22 with child luring; making sexually explicit material available to a child; and sexual exploitation,” Luterbach said. “We can confirm Bailey has been employed with RVS since 2003 and has worked at Springbank Community High School throughout his employment with RVS.”
He adds that Cochrane RCMP has been fully cooperative with both Springbank High School and RVS.
“RVS has placed Bailey on unassigned duties and he is prohibited from being on any Rocky View School property at any time effective immediately,” he said. “We cannot provide further information as the matter is subject to an ongoing criminal investigation.”
Luterbach outlines that RVS takes these charges very seriously and they plan to work closely with Springbank Community High School to support them through this challenging situation. School-based and divisional supports will be available for students at Springbank Community High School for as long as they need them.
“We also recognize the impact this has on all our dedicated staff who work hard to make a positive difference in the lives of our students,” Luterbach said. “Division staff are present at the school and staff are encouraged to access RVS’ Employee and Family Assistance Program for additional support.”
Cochrane RCMP asks the public to come forward with any similar type of incidents. To make a report, call Cochrane RCMP via 401-851-8000, or contact your local police service. To make anonymous tips, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), visit www.P3Tips.com, or use the "P3 Tips" app.
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