Overview
- Douglas County deputies arrested 28-year-old Teresa Whalin of Ranch View Middle School on suspicion of sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust, internet exploitation of a child, and stalking.
- An arrest affidavit alleges a year-long sexual relationship beginning in April 2023 that included exchanging explicit images, outings, and time alone in her school office.
- The student disclosed the relationship to a school counselor on November 10, prompting the law-enforcement referral and Whalin’s arrest later that day.
- She appeared in court for a status hearing, was assigned a public defender, and had not posted bond as of Wednesday, with formal charges to be filed at the next hearing.
- The Douglas County School District placed Whalin on administrative leave and authorities asked anyone with information or potential additional victims to contact investigators.