Louisiana Teacher Charged with Sexually Abusing Student

Teddi Page, a 29-year-old biology teacher at an all-girls Catholic school, is accused of inappropriate relationship with a student.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Teddi Page, a 29-year-old biology teacher at Academy of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans, has been charged with a single count of sex between an educator and a student. The alleged abuse occurred over several months and was reported to school administrators by the student's mother, who found sexually suggestive texts and photos between Page and the student.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious issue of teacher-student sexual abuse, which can have long-lasting impacts on victims. It also raises questions about school policies and background checks to prevent such incidents from occurring.

The details

According to police, the investigation into Page began after the student's mother reported the alleged abuse to school administrators. The mother said she found sexually suggestive texts and photos of Page and the student nude and kissing. The abuse is alleged to have occurred at Page's home and in a vehicle. While a restraining order was denied, Louisiana law prohibits sexual relationships between educators and students under 21.

  • Page was hired as a biology teacher in August 2025.
  • The alleged abuse occurred over several months.
  • Page turned herself in to police on February 5, 2026.
  • Page's first court appearance was on February 6, 2026.
  • Page's next court hearing is scheduled for February 10, 2026.

The players

Teddi Page

A 29-year-old biology teacher who was previously employed at Academy of the Sacred Heart, an all-girls Catholic school in New Orleans.

Academy of the Sacred Heart

An all-girls Catholic school in New Orleans where Teddi Page was employed as a biology teacher.

Gretchen Zibilich Kane

The Head of School at Academy of the Sacred Heart.

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What they’re saying

“We are supporting the student and her family who have come forward and are providing resources and counseling for our students who may be upset about these developments.”

— Gretchen Zibilich Kane, Head of School, Academy of the Sacred Heart (Local media)

“The situation has been completely misrepresented. She does not deserve to be portrayed as a pedophile or sex offender.”

— Relative of Teddi Page (Social media)

What’s next

Page's next court hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

The takeaway

This case highlights the serious issue of teacher-student sexual abuse and the need for schools to have robust policies and background checks to prevent such incidents from occurring and protect vulnerable students.