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New Jersey Teacher Charged with Sexual Assault of Student

4/9/2026

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Jason Howe, a 26-year-old chemistry teacher at Sterling High School in New Jersey, faces charges of sexual assault after a female student reported a sexual relationship.
Allegations surfaced on April 9, 2026, prompting Howe's arrest.
He is banned from school property and will appear in court next week.
The prosecutor's office said the unidentified student is the only identified victim so far and will investigate further if more allegations arise.

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Jason Howe, a 26-year-old chemistry teacher at Sterling High School in New Jersey, faces charges of sexual assault after a female student reported a sexual relationship.
Allegations surfaced on April 9, 2026, prompting Howe's arrest.
He is banned from school property and will appear in court next week.
The prosecutor's office said the unidentified student is the only identified victim so far and will investigate further if more allegations arise.