Jeri Ryan is to join the cast of FOX's Boston Public next season, it has been announced.

Ryan, best known for her role as Seven Of Nine in Star Trek, will portray Ronnie Cooke, a new teacher whose background will stir things up amongst her fellow teachers and the students.

Jonathan Pontell, Executive Producer, said: "We are extremely excited that Jeri is able to join our cast and we look forward to another great season."