The dean of students for the prestigious Regis High School has been suspended from his job after being arrested on drug charges.

Nichola J. deSpoelberch, 35, was charged in Wilton, Conn., July 11 for possession of heroin and other drug paraphernalia, reports said.

"We have zero tolerance for such activities, and as such Mr. deSpoelberch has been suspended pending further investigation," said Regis president Philip Judge in a message to the Regis Community.

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