Illinois Teacher Accused of Sexual Abuse Faces New Scrutiny Over Husband’s Denial of Involvement

Christina Formella, charged with sexually assaulting a 15-year-old student, claims her husband knew of the teen, a claim he denies as new evidence raises further questions.

Christina Formella, a 30-year-old teacher and soccer coach, faces charges of aggravated criminal sexual assault and sexual abuse of a minor after allegations of a months-long relationship with a 15-year-old student.
Prosecutors revealed diary entries and text messages on Formella’s phone, including admissions of her feelings for the student and explicit messages about their alleged sexual encounters.
Formella has claimed the student was a 'stalker' and that her husband was aware of the teen, though her husband has denied any knowledge beyond the student’s status as a soccer player.
Court documents detail Formella’s attempts to shift blame onto the student, alleging he manipulated evidence, though investigators found no reports of stalking filed by her.
Currently free on bond under strict conditions, Formella is scheduled to appear in court on April 14, 2025, and remains on paid administrative leave from her teaching position.