Vermont Teacher Sentenced for Sex with Student - Update

(St. Johnsbury, Vermont)

A former music teacher at Vermont’s Danville High School has pleaded guilty to having a sexual relationship with a 14-year-old student.

In a plea agreement, 25 -year-old Abby Shocik pleaded guilty in Caledonia Superior Court Friday to one count of sexual assault.

In exchange, she was sentenced to 3 to 8 years in prison, with all but 12 months suspended.

Since her arrest in December 2011, Shocik has served 15 months in prison.

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Vermont Teacher Accused of Sex with Student
[Previous 12/24/11 post]
(Danville, Vermont) A 23-year-old music teacher formerly at the Danville School, Abby Shocik, resigned her position last week after coming under investigation for sexual misconduct.

This week, Shocik was arrested for sexual assault of a student.

Police say Shocik was involved with the student for about a month. She is due to be arraigned next week.

The school superintendent sent a letter to parents Friday to inform them of the situation and to offer support for students, employees and families.

Details on booking are unavailable.