Overview

• Stefanie Erin Kellenberger admitted guilt to 21 third-degree felony counts of sexual battery and unlawful sexual conduct involving a student she groomed from ages 13 to 16
• Prosecutors offered two sentencing options—12 years flat or 15 years with possible judicial release after 10 years—and Kellenberger chose the latter
• Under the agreement she will remain under electronic monitoring until her October 6 hearing, face five years of post-release control and must register as a Tier 3 sex offender for life
• Her teaching license has been permanently revoked and she is prohibited from any contact with minors
• The final sentence will be imposed on October 6, concluding a case that began with her administrative leave in February 2024 and resignation in October 2024