Overview
- Ciara Picard, 39, turned herself in to Meriden police on Dec. 2 and was charged in connection with an investigation into incidents involving a Maloney High School student.
- She was released on a $25,000 court-set bond and is scheduled to appear in Meriden Superior Court on Dec. 16.
- Investigators say the alleged incidents occurred while Picard was employed as a teacher at the school.
- The school district notified police after receiving the allegations and confirmed the employee had resigned in August 2025.
- Meriden police issued a statement underscoring student safety and pledging support for victims who come forward.