Tennessee Teacher Accused of Rape

(Memphis, Tennessee) A 34-year-old Spanish teacher at Sheffield High School, April Wade, has been accused of engaging in sex with a 17-year-old male student.

Wade is still employed as a teacher at the school. The district will wait until the investigation is done to make any decisions regarding April Wade's future as Memphis school teacher when the investigation is complete.

Wade faces a charge of statutory rape. According to investigators, the boy admitted living with Wade and having sex with her for the past year. Wade was arrested Friday (10/21) night.

Wade was booked and released on bond. A court appearance is scheduled for October 24th.