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BBC News
4 days ago
- General
- BBC News
School pays tribute to girl after Baitings Reservoir death
A secondary school has paid tribute to one of its pupils who died after falling into a reservoir in West confirmed on Thursday a body had been recovered from Baitings Reservoir near Ripponden, after reports a teenage girl had fallen an email to parents seen by the BBC, Crossley Heath School in Halifax named the girl as Year 8 pupil Qudsiyah Mahmood, saying she was a "bright, kind and friendly young person who brought happiness to our school".Head teacher Dean Jones added: "Our thoughts and prayers are very much with her family now and always". West Yorkshire Police said it was called to the reservoir dam at 13:15 BST on Wednesday to reports of a person in the crews and ambulances also attended the scene and underwater searches took his email, Mr Jones said that fellow pupils would be offered support in school and that staff were "here to listen and help" families affected. He said: "I am ever so sorry to share this news."However, as a school family I want you to know we are there side by side with Qudsiyah's family, all in our Crossley's school family and our community to offer the best support we can." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
RNZ News
16-05-2025
- RNZ News
Onslow College deputy principal on leave as police make inquiries
Onslow College. Photo: Supplied/Google Maps Street View A deputy principal from Onslow College in Wellington is on leave, while the police have confirmed they have received a complaint about a school staff member and are making inquiries. The school told parents it was "undertaking a process" concerning Connor Baird, one of five deputy principals at the college, who is currently on leave. The note to parents, sent on Wednesday morning and signed off by the principal and two board chairs, addressed a recent media query about "rumours circulating in our community relating to Deputy Principal Mr Baird, who is currently on leave". "Onslow College is undertaking a process that ensures the matter is managed respectfully and fairly," it said. But as the process was confidential, it needed to respect the privacy of everyone involved were not able to provide further information, the school statement said. "We kindly ask our community to avoid speculation, which can have unintended consequences," it said. "The wellbeing of our students, staff and whānau is our highest priority." Wellington Police confirmed to RNZ they were making enquiries after receiving a complaint relating to an Onslow College staff member. "We are working to determine if any criminal offending has taken place." The teaching council registration database shows Baird has "voluntarily agreed not to teach". It told RNZ: "When there are serious allegations made regarding a teacher's conduct, the Teaching Council's Triage Committee may seek a voluntary agreement with the teacher to step away from teaching while the matter is investigated to ensure a fair and transparent process." It should be seen as a precautionary measure without any implication or assumption of guilt, it said. "In general, the Teaching Council does not comment on complaints or Mandatory Reports that have been made to the Council (including confirming whether one has recently or previously been received in relation to a specific teacher, ECE centre, school or Kura). This is to ensure we act in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 and the principles of natural justice." Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
RNZ News
16-05-2025
- RNZ News
Onslow College principal on leave amid police investigation into college staff member
Onslow College. Photo: Supplied/Google Maps Street View A deputy principal from Onslow College in Wellington is on leave, while the police have confirmed they have received a complaint about a school staff member and are making inquiries. The school told parents it was "undertaking a process" concerning Connor Baird, one of five deputy principals at the college, who is currently on leave. The note to parents, sent on Wednesday morning and signed off by the principal and two board chairs, addressed a recent media query about "rumours circulating in our community relating to Deputy Principal Mr Baird, who is currently on leave". "Onslow College is undertaking a process that ensures the matter is managed respectfully and fairly," it said. But as the process was confidential, it needed to respect the privacy of everyone involved were not able to provide further information, the school statement said. "We kindly ask our community to avoid speculation, which can have unintended consequences," it said. "The wellbeing of our students, staff and whānau is our highest priority." Wellington Police confirmed to RNZ they were making enquiries after receiving a complaint relating to an Onslow College staff member. "We are working to determine if any criminal offending has taken place." The teaching council registration database shows Baird has "voluntarily agreed not to teach". It told RNZ: "When there are serious allegations made regarding a teacher's conduct, the Teaching Council's Triage Committee may seek a voluntary agreement with the teacher to step away from teaching while the matter is investigated to ensure a fair and transparent process." It should be seen as a precautionary measure without any implication or assumption of guilt, it said. "In general, the Teaching Council does not comment on complaints or Mandatory Reports that have been made to the Council (including confirming whether one has recently or previously been received in relation to a specific teacher, ECE centre, school or Kura). This is to ensure we act in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 and the principles of natural justice." Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Fast-growing Butler County school district ending contract with local police department
Change is coming to security at Mars Area School District. The district is ending its longtime contract with Adams Township police. The change affects two resource officers: one at the high school and one at the middle school. 'I was actually a little shocked,' Taylor Ellis said. She's a Mars graduate and sibling of a current student. 'When I was in middle school, high school, I recall there being a lot of bomb threats and everything. So, an Adams Township police presence was really important.' The school district established its own police force in 2019. It's made up of three school police officers and two Adams Township officers. Overall, Adams has been involved with the district since 2012. In the 2025-26 school year, Adams Township officers won't be there. 'I think, for me, the connection the kids have with law enforcement in the area, that's huge,' Ellis said. The change was briefly mentioned at this week's school board meeting when talking about next year's budget. District leaders are creating a new 'security director' position to replace the officers. The Adams Township Police Association weighed in on its Facebook page, saying in part: 'The men and women of our police association are deeply disappointed by this decision [...] The relationships and bonds formed with the students, staff and School Resource Officers throughout this time have not only strengthened our community but have left a lasting impact on our personal lives.' The change comes as the area grows. According to a 2024 study, the district projects 400 more students by 2030. The district also approved a nearly $25 million expansion of the elementary schools and is considering a tax increase for a third straight year. Channel 11 reached out to the superintendent and the school board but did not hear back. Adams Township supervisors are set to meet Monday at 7 p.m. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
