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Former ‘Teacher of the Year’ Arrested for Alleged Sex with 16-Year-Old in California

Former "Teacher of the Year" Accused of Sex [Photo: KTLA]
Former "Teacher of the Year" Accused of Sex [Photo: KTLA]

Tracy Vanderhulst was arrested for allegedly having sex with a 16-year-old boy. Reports say the former “teacher of the year” joined Yucaipa High School in California in 2013.

Former "Teacher of the Year" in Yucaipa High School [Photo: News Mirror]

Former “Teacher of the Year” in Yucaipa High School [Photo: News Mirror]

On the late night of May 18, Tracy Vanderhulst, 38, was arrested for allegedly having sex with a 16-year-old boy. Authorities state that they believe there may be more victims of the suspect. Reportedly, Vanderhulst is a math teacher at Yucaipa High School in California since 2013.

According to Smith, Vanderhulst was awarded “Teacher of the Year” in 2017. Furthermore, a citation stated that Vanderhulst embodies the teacher so many others desire to be. Apparently, the “Teacher of the Year” is kind and innovative which parents hope their children will grow into. From intervention to honors classes, Vanderhulst apparently aims to engage all of her students.

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Former ‘Teacher of the Year’ Charged

According to Reilly, the former “Teacher of the Year” faced charges of unlawful sexual intercourse involving a minor. To date, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Office states that the suspect is being held on bail worth $30,000.

However, it is not yet clear if the victim was a student at Yucaipa High School. Reportedly, the Yucaipa Calimesa Joint Unified School District is cooperating with investigators to ensure a thorough procedure. In addition, detectives also revealed the booking photo of the former “Teacher of the Year” as they determine whether there are more victims.

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