Wisconsin Teachers Convicted of Sex Crimes with Minors

Two fifth-grade teachers from River Crest Elementary School in Wisconsin have been convicted of sex crimes involving minors, with court revelations detailing their communication about the relationships.

Former teacher Abigail Faust, 25, admitted guilt to child enticement and sexual assault of two 15-year-old boys on Monday. One of the victims was reportedly in a household where Faust also worked as a nanny.

Faust's former colleague and friend, 26-year-old Madison Bergmann, had previously pleaded guilty to child enticement and sexual misconduct concerning an 11-year-old student. Bergmann received a six-year prison sentence for her offenses.

Prosecutors uncovered text messages between Faust and Bergmann discussing their relationships with the boys. Faust is scheduled for sentencing in December, acknowledging her actions were not mere mistakes but required therapy to understand.

Charges involving Faust's alleged inappropriate conduct with one of her own fifth-grade students, including kissing him, were dismissed as part of her plea agreement. She was also accused of knowing about Bergmann's inappropriate relationship and failing to report it.