Tutor charged with sexually assaulting student at Downers Grove

A tutor, Christina Formella, 30, has been charged with sexually assaulting a 15-year-old student at Downers Grove South High School. The alleged abuse occurred during a tutoring session in December 2023, and was reported on March 15, 2025. Formella was arrested following a traffic stop and has been placed on paid administrative leave. She has worked at the school since the 2020-2021 school year and is also a volunteer soccer coach. She faces multiple charges, including aggravated criminal sexual abuse. Formella has been released with conditions, including no contact with anyone under 18, and her next court hearing is set for April 14.