I think that's exactly the point of the question and why so many people just don't get it.

Under the law, "reasons" shouldn't and don't matter. It's all about age and the differences in ages and whether it's legal or morally responsible for an adult teacher mid 20's and up to be engaging in sexual activities with minor kids under the age of 18. "Who" initiates the sex act or whether it's because they were 'in love' doesn't matter either. It's wrong any way you look at it. If you had a 14 or 15 year old in school and found out a teacher was having sex with him, most parents would take issue with this. Perhaps you think it would be ok as long as they were 'in love'? Very doubtful! More likely, you'd want to throttle the teacher and see them in court.

It is the contention of many that a "Teacher" who is in a position of responsibility around children and has power and influence over teens with raging hormones, should be held to a higher standard under the law. It should never be the place of any educator who is responsible for teaching our minor children in a classroom, to become sexually involved with a child "BOY or GIRL". It can damage a kid for life and has, for many. Just because it's a boy, doesn't mean it's OK.