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Douglas County teacher facing sexual assault charges
Investigators say Maris Nichols had intercourse with the same student twice, and school leaders said the conduct violated professional standards.
- On Friday, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office arrested Maris Nichols, a 25-year-old biology teacher at Alexander High School, and charged her with two counts of sexual assault by a person with supervisory or disciplinary authority.
- Authorities alerted parents about the situation on Thursday after the Douglas County School System launched an immediate investigation upon learning of the alleged misconduct; the district stated it is "deeply troubled" by the allegations.
- Arrest warrants allege Nichols had sexual intercourse with a student on two occasions: April 23 in an Alexander High School closet and May 2 inside a Hummer parked in a residential driveway.
- During a video court appearance on Friday, a judge set bond at $40,000 for Nichols, who remains booked in the Douglas County Jail pending further proceedings.
- The Douglas County School System continues to cooperate fully with law enforcement, though officials have not confirmed whether Nichols remains employed or will face disciplinary action as the investigation continues.
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