North Port teacher accused of sexual misconduct with students

NORTH PORT, Fla. (WINK)— The North Port Police Department arrested a Woodland Middle School teacher who stands accused of inappropriately touching students.

On Friday, police arrested Bryan Clum, 37, following an investigation launched after allegations based on the inappropriately touching of students.

According to Sarasota County Schools Superintendent Terry Connor, “Upon receiving these allegations, we worked closely with the North Port Police Department throughout this investigation. Our number one responsibility is, and always will be, protecting the safety and security of our students.”

Connor added, “Any allegation of inappropriate behavior involving students is taken extremely seriously and will not be tolerated. We will continue to cooperate fully with law enforcement as this investigation moves forward.”

North Port Police Chief Todd Garrison emphasized that this case does not reflect the overwhelming majority of teachers and school staff in our community who work every day to support, educate, and care for students.

Clum has three felony charges related to inappropriate touching and is currently being held at the Sarasota County Jail without bond.

This investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the North Port Police Department at 941-429-7300.