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Former Teacher Charged with Sexual Assault of Student

3/27/2026

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Ashley Fisler, a 36-year-old former middle school teacher from Washington Township, New Jersey, was arrested for allegedly having sex with a student in 2021.
The former student, now an adult, reported the incidents in early 2026, claiming they occurred in her car and classroom.
Investigators found text exchanges that supported the allegations against Fisler.
She faces six counts of first-degree sexual assault and other charges, with potential prison sentences totaling up to 20 years.
Fisler has since left teaching and started her own apparel business.

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Story summary

Ashley Fisler, a 36-year-old former middle school teacher from Washington Township, New Jersey, was arrested for allegedly having sex with a student in 2021.
The former student, now an adult, reported the incidents in early 2026, claiming they occurred in her car and classroom.
Investigators found text exchanges that supported the allegations against Fisler.
She faces six counts of first-degree sexual assault and other charges, with potential prison sentences totaling up to 20 years.
Fisler has since left teaching and started her own apparel business.