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Nicole Callaham, a 33-year-old former teacher in Greenville, faces serious charges including criminal sexual conduct with a minor. Allegations include grooming a teenage boy and providing alcohol. The court set her bond at $120,000 with strict conditions, including house arrest and a psychological evaluation. Callaham’s attorney plans to contest the claims, and the investigation continues amid concerns for the safety of minors in educational settings.
Greenville, South Carolina — Nicole Callaham, a 33-year-old former teacher, appeared in a bond hearing in Greenville County after turning herself in to law enforcement last week. She faces multiple charges stemming from allegations of grooming and sexual abuse involving a teenage boy.
The charges against Callaham include seven counts of criminal sexual conduct with a minor under 16 and five counts of unlawfully placing a child at risk of harm. These allegations come from Grant Strickland, who is now 18 years old. Strickland has claimed that the abusive conduct began in 2021 and stated his intention to raise awareness concerning the issue of abuse, particularly as it affects boys.
The court set Callaham’s total bond amount at $120,000, with each specific charge assigned a surety bond of $10,000. During the hearing, conditions related to her bond were established, including a requirement for her to be placed under house arrest until she secures employment.
Additionally, Callaham is prohibited from having any contact with Strickland and is mandated to undergo a psychological evaluation. She is also subject to wearing a GPS monitor as part of her bond conditions. A “red zone” has been designated by the Greenville Municipal Court Judge, which prohibits her from coming within a mile of the alleged victim’s residence.
Callaham’s attorney indicated that she has been cooperative with law enforcement and anticipates disputing the allegations in court. As of now, no additional victims have reportedly come forward regarding these allegations, according to statements from a detective involved in the case.
Callaham worked at Homeland Park Primary School from 2017 until her resignation in May 2025. With more charges potentially forthcoming in the jurisdiction of Clemson, the situation may evolve further as the legal proceedings continue.
The allegations suggest a pattern of behavior over a two-year period, which includes instances of signing the student out of school and providing him with alcohol. The seriousness of these charges underscores the ongoing concerns surrounding the safety and well-being of minors in educational settings.
Background checks and investigations into the matter by both the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office and the Greenville Police Department are ongoing. The case has drawn attention to the critical issue of sexual abuse and exploitation involving minors, highlighting the importance of responsible reporting and the necessity of support systems for victims.
This case will continue to develop as it moves through the judicial system, where it will be determined whether the allegations against Callaham hold up under legal scrutiny.
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