Teacher at a prep school under investigation for engaging in sexual acts with a 16-year-old student, boasting about the incident to a fellow educator.
In a shocking turn of events, Jocelyn Sanroman, a 26-year-old former teacher at Oakside Prep Academy in Waterford Township, Michigan, has been charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct for allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old male student[1][2][3].
The school, known for its 'Moral Focus' program emphasising ethical values, was rocked by the accusations made against Sanroman in 2023. The alleged incident occurred at the charter school, which is approximately 30 miles outside Detroit[1][2][3].
Sanroman disclosed the illicit affair to a fellow teacher, who reported it to the police, triggering the investigation and subsequent charges[1][2][3]. Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald condemned the abuse of authority, calling it an "ultimate breach of trust" and praised the teacher who reported the misconduct for protecting students from further exploitation[1][2][3].
Sanroman has been charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct, which carries a potential sentence of up to 15 years in prison if convicted[1][2][3]. As of early July 2025, she has not yet been arraigned[3].
Oakside Prep Academy officials described the situation as disturbing and stated they acted immediately upon learning about the accusations. The school emphasised its commitment to providing a safe and supportive environment for students, prioritising their safety and well-being[1].
This case underscores growing concerns nationally about teacher-student sexual misconduct, with factors such as inadequate screening, insufficient training on boundaries, and social media playing roles in increasing reported incidents[1].
In a parallel case, Emily Nutley, another teacher, was sentenced to three years in prison and five additional years probation for having sex with a 17-year-old student in Ohio last month[1].
The Daily Mail reached out to Sanroman, her attorney, and Oakside Prep Academy for comment, but no response was received at the time of publication. Sanroman was booked into jail and released on $20,000 bond on the same day of her arrest[1].
[1] The Daily Mail, "Michigan teacher Jocelynn Sanroman, 26, charged with having sex with student, 16, at charter school," 1 July 2025,
The disturbing incident at Oakside Prep Academy, involving a teacher charged with third-degree criminal sexual conduct for engaging in a relationship with a student, has sparked concerns about teacher-student sexual misconduct, particularly in relation to inadequate screening and insufficient training on boundaries. Meanwhile, another teacher, Emily Nutley, was recently sentenced to prison for similar offenses.
