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Teacher censured for attempting to buy ADHD medication from student

NZ HeraldRNZOtago Daily TimesMonday 22 December 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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A teacher must prove their fitness to the Teaching Council to return to the profession after attempting to purchase ADHD medication from a student. The student had previously sought help from the teacher regarding various mental health issues.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Mon 22 Dec 2025, 7:40pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 12 hours
  1. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Teacher censured after asking if he could buy a student’s ADHD medication from her (opens in new tab)

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  2. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    Teacher tried to buy ADHD meds from student (opens in new tab)