Riverview Teacher Accused Of Sexual Relationship With Student: Sheriff

RIVERVIEW, FL — The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has arrested a Riverview teacher accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a student.

Paige Morley, 22, entered into a romantic relationship with a male student while teaching at Winthrop College Preparatory Academy in Riverview said, Sheriff Chad Chronister.

He said Morley coordinated to meet with the victim after school through various school-sanctioned events beginning in February and engage in sexual acts.

"It is unfathomable how a trusted member of our community could abuse the power and position they were given," said Chronister. "This woman was entrusted to educate students and be a positive influence. Instead, she is a disgrace. As a father, I empathize with parents who are learning of this, and I appreciate the school's cooperation during this investigation."

Morley is facing multiple charges including:

• Lewd or lascivious battery by an authority figure over a student.
• Lewd or lascivious molestation by an authority figure over 18 with a victim age- 12 to 15.
• Lewd or lascivious exhibition by an authority figure over 18 with a student.
• Authority figure soliciting or engaging in a romantic relationship with a student.
• Sexual battery by a custodial authority over a student.

Anyone with additional information is asked to contact the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office immediately at 813-247-8200.