In a tense atmosphere at the Tulare County Courthouse in Visalia, California, Lacy Ann Horsting, a former special education teacher, pleaded not guilty to ten misdemeanor child abuse charges involving at least five victims. The alleged abuse reportedly occurred between August 2024 and June 2025. Families of the victims expressed their anguish and concern, sharing that their children exhibited severe behavioral changes after being in Horsting's class. Brittany Camacho, mother of one alleged victim, described distressing symptoms such as incontinence and aggression, stating, "Some of the long-term effects... are that they urinate themselves, bed wetting at night, severe nail biting." Amanda Simmons, an attorney representing multiple families, remarked on the unprecedented impact on the classroom, emphasizing the need for accountability in special education settings. The Visalia Unified School District responded by affirming its commitment to student safety and confirming that Horsting had been removed from her position once the allegations were known. Parents are now calling for measures such as classroom cameras to protect students, with Horsting's next court appearance scheduled for May 27th and the trial set to begin on June 24th.