Neglect Case Ends In Plea Deal For Educator

Former Manitowish Waters preschool teacher Alexis Engler pleaded guilty in Vilas County Court to felony child neglect resulting in bodily harm. The charge stemmed from a February 2024 sledding injury at Camp Jorn YMCA, where Engler failed to notify staff or the parents of an injured two-year-old victim. Engler’s deferred judgment agreement requires surrendering her childcare license, no contact with the victim/parents, and refraining from illegal substances. Judge Overbey added conditions, including an apology letter, maintaining employment/schooling, and no unsupervised contact with children under ten (excluding her brother’s children with consent). Engler signed a $5,000 bond; a review hearing is set for June 8, 2026.