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I cannot believe they sent me a juvenile court letter because my child has had more than five unexcused absences. Yes, we have! We've been sick, our house caught fire, we've lost family, and had to put our dog down. I don't run to the doctor for every sniffle. Frankly, I decide if he skips school. I can homeschool him tomorrow if I want; it's my choice. Don't send me court letters. Worry about someone who needs it because it isn't my child. His grades are fine. And you want me at the courthouse at 8AM on Monday? So he has to miss more school? No, we will not be there. This is about funding, and they won't dictate when my child can miss school. Life happens, and they won't accept my notes anymore? Fine, I’ll research homeschooling. We won't be at court.

On September 23, 2024, the speaker's 17-year-old daughter was pulled out of class by a minority inspector and told it was mandatory to register to vote and which party to register with. After 22 days of contacting the school, the speaker was told they are not permitted on school property and must call ahead if they go there. The speaker has not received an explanation for why their daughter was told to register to vote, why it was presented as mandatory, or why negative statements were made about one party. The speaker believes this demonstrates that Pittsburgh Public Schools is corrupt.

A parent and advocate for student safety is deeply troubled that a fifth-grade teacher at Beatty Gullet Elementary School was allowed to resign rather than be terminated after engaging in serious misconduct with her 11-year-old daughter and other students. The teacher's actions included inappropriate physical contact, boundary violations, a grooming letter, harassing notes, forged documents, misuse of technology, and unauthorized video recording. The parent has a copy of the grooming letter given to her daughter during PE. She questions how the district and board have protected the affected children and demands transparency and accountability. A guardian flagged surveillance video showing the teacher leading the speaker's daughter into his classroom alone for 45 minutes on Valentine's Day, which was reported to the district on April 11, but the parent was not notified. The speaker's daughter has been deeply affected, experiencing nightmares. The parent believes termination was the necessary response and urges the district and board to prioritize student safety over administrative convenience.

You are catastrophic. Let me respond on this topic. You are a disgrace, you have ruined education, hospitals. I am a teacher. Yes, you are a teacher in the suburbs. For twenty years, they have been taking away our resources. We cannot do our job properly. We are exhausted, with legitimate anger. If we continue like this, no one will want to do this job. You are right, we need to restore the image of teachers and public nurses, but how long has the government been acting to actually increase salaries.

My classroom prioritizes humanizing students through equity, justice, and inclusion. Students receive incentives for presence, and there's no homework or late penalties. Assignments can be redone at any time, and the grading scale is in 20% increments. I avoid busy work and drills, instead embedding social-emotional learning and restorative practices in every lesson. We build community through restorative circles, handling discipline in-house. I've not written a referral in eight years. My room is open before, during, and after school for students. I never complain about students or parents, focusing instead on strategies that improve classroom life and student success. Implementing even one of these strategies will significantly benefit you.

Children, especially kids of color, are reaching out to me for support. They want me to stand up for them, and I'm ready to take action. I’ve never truly worked for those in power; I’ve just pretended to respect them out of fear. But now, it’s about the kids. I’m willing to bring any issues to the district and the news, ensuring anonymity for those who share with me. I’m here to protect good people and do my job. I feel blessed today, and having worked in various high schools has helped me build a strong network of friends. Let’s make a difference together.

Teachers are leaving not because of pay, but because of the challenges they face. The speaker, a band director, shares recent incidents of assault, property damage, and disruptive behavior in their classroom. They emphasize that these issues are not limited to their school or a lack of discipline measures. The problem lies in emotional dysregulation, with students disregarding consequences and prioritizing entertainment. The speaker acknowledges their use of technology but believes some students have lost motivation. Despite their initial excitement to make a difference, the speaker feels overwhelmed and exhausted. They express frustration with a failing system that is not supporting teachers or students.

As an attorney and former public high school teacher, I've seen firsthand the issues within our education system. I loved my students, but the bureaucracy is stifling. Only 9% of the Department of Education's massive budget actually reaches K-12 schools. A lot of federal funding requires schools to meet certain criteria, turning it into a game for administrators to grab money. This funding often doesn't directly benefit teachers or students. Instead, it goes to programs that can make teachers' jobs harder. Why does the Department of Education spend over 90% of its budget on things other than K-12 education? What are your thoughts on this?

I've been waiting for parents of child victims to speak out, but many are embarrassed and reluctant. What frustrates me the most is when I approached the high school principal about police reports regarding these incidents, and she dismissed them as unimportant. It raises the question of when she will be held accountable for her actions and inaction.

A speaker suggests the teacher should self-reflect and seek help. Another speaker wants the teacher to read the letter aloud to the parents, father to father. One speaker believes the letter constitutes grooming and reads excerpts: The teacher writes he is sorry for putting slime and upsetting the student, but that he truly loves her and that will never change. He loves being her teacher and how close they have gotten, making memories. He notes it bothers him when she lies to him by saying she doesn't feel well after ignoring him. He expresses how much he loves that she is in his class and that they've gotten so close this year, and that he doesn't think she is weird anymore. The letter ends with "Love," the teacher's name, and a statement that he'll keep their notes.

There's a lot of people that think that because they're bad at school or because they're not interested in school that they're destined to be a loser. And that's not true. The problem with school is too rigid. Like, public school system sit down, under employed underpaid teacher, disinterested, not really connected with the work. You're not connected with it. You just can't wait to go home and do what you like to do. Exactly. And you get this thought in your head like, oh my god. I'm gonna be a loser. I mean, that's how I was when I was in high school. I thought I was gonna be a loser.

On Wednesday, I warned the guidance counselor about a potential attack at lunch. Despite multiple reports, the counselor dismissed the threat. Later, a violent incident occurred where a girl was brutally assaulted with a Stanley knife, causing chaos and bloodshed. The whole ordeal lasted much longer than initially anticipated, leaving a lasting impact on those who witnessed it. The failure to prevent the attack raises questions about the effectiveness of the school's response to such threats.

The school district has sent an officer to check on my mental well-being for the second time in three days. I have many troubling stories about the district, and their actions show their fear. They resort to calling the police to intimidate, but I refuse to be afraid. No offense to the officer, who is a kind man, but this behavior reflects cowardice.

I've been placed on administrative leave after taking a brave step to improve our school district, which is already great. Sometimes, progress comes with challenges, and while I can't share too much to protect my job, I want you to know I'm okay. I'm going to take a nap now. You'll be fine too, and I believe our school district will be even better when I return. See you soon!

If you live in California, pull your kids out of public school because it's unfixable and will worsen. In one district, dozens of girls reported being assaulted on campus. The board of education members belong to Project Indivisible, so change is unlikely. The speaker worked for the district for two years and witnessed unbelievable things. After speaking out at board and city council meetings and meeting with the district office, the speaker was stalked, harassed, and chased off the road. The speaker advises, "These are not seeing people you're dealing with. Pull your kids out."

Just because you won doesn’t mean we forget your actions. If you want to confront me, reach out. It's difficult to step away from teaching, as it’s my lifelong passion. I’ve dedicated myself to my students and their families, and I’ve always aimed to support them. I regret that they had to witness a different side of me. I’m truly sorry for how this situation has unfolded. I always wanted to be a positive influence for your kids. This began when a video I posted on Snapchat went viral, prompting an investigation by the school and police. However, the police have informed me that they do not plan to charge me.

I learned about chosen families at a young age because I didn't receive the love I needed at home. I found my own love and support, and I believe everyone should have that opportunity. In the classroom, I encourage students to rely on their friends rather than their parents. I feel sad and have negative feelings towards my sister. At school, my main issue is that I only do things if I want to. Most of the time, I don't feel motivated to do anything.

I was abruptly fired from my teaching job, with no explanation. I lost important work and personal data. Despite following rules, I was let go due to online content. I feel unsupported by colleagues. Thank you for the support. Moving forward with new opportunities.

Freshman year was terrifying due to bullying, harassment, and assault from another student. My only refuge was choir class, where I connected with Mr. Stearns, who became my safe person. As a vulnerable 14-year-old, I accepted his hugs and affection, not realizing the inappropriateness. Despite my mother's concerns about our closeness, I felt alone and naive. The school district had a history of covering up sexual abuse by staff, and my reports of bullying were dismissed due to lack of evidence. My mom complained about Mr. Stearns' inappropriate behavior, but it was ignored. We eventually hired an attorney, but the response was dismissive, suggesting we were mentally unwell. The school claims to foster a safe environment while blaming the victims. The accountability lies with the administration, and change is desperately needed.

What bothers me even more than that guy are the Republican senators and congressmen who blindly follow along. They don't believe in any of it. They're just scared he'll trash them on Truth Social and they'll lose their jobs. They're doing whatever he says, which is a dictatorship. After everything I've done for you over the last two years, standing up for you, you're going to treat me with disrespect? If I could take back your letter of recommendation, I would. Don't ever talk to me like that again, personally. You disrespect me like that after I stood up for you? You got your letter, your grade, so now you can treat me like that?

Can you assure parents that children in the classroom will not be bullied, especially if their family members voted for Trump? Schools must stop tolerating hate speech. There should be zero tolerance for comments that target individuals based on their race or political beliefs. I am Chicana and indigenous, and I have family members with differing political views, but that does not justify racial attacks. This teacher should be fired for their behavior. Public servants must remember that they are accountable to the community. What actions will you take to prevent bullying as a result of this teacher's rhetoric? You are now on notice—if any child faces harassment due to this situation, you will be held responsible. Thank you.

I was fired from my teaching job abruptly. I lost my computer with important work. I feel betrayed after dedicating 4 years to the school. The reason given was lack of trust in me not sharing information online, which I never did. I appreciate the support. Now focusing on moving forward with Wequel. Thank you.

I am appalled that you allowed a pedophile near me and my friends, who have already endured unimaginable experiences. It's disturbing to think about how many other teachers like him are still at my school, making my friends and others uncomfortable. Changes need to be made for my sake and for my cousin, who just started middle school and may encounter these individuals. Thank you.

I'm Mexican American and attend school board meetings without revealing my stance. However, the teacher's unacceptable use of profane language in a recent audio is concerning. While he has the right to express himself, such behavior is inappropriate for schools, and there should be consequences. Additionally, I've noticed that the faces of participants in these meetings aren't being broadcast, which I find disrespectful. I plan to record these non-agenda items on my channel, Reno Valley First, to promote transparency. It's unacceptable that past meetings were deleted; just because you can do something doesn't mean you should. I hope for changes so I won't need to bring my tripod to record. Thank you.

I am appalled that you allowed a pedophile near me and my friends, who have already faced unimaginable challenges. It's unacceptable that there are still teachers at my school who make many uncomfortable. Changes are necessary for my sake and for my cousin, who just started middle school and could encounter these individuals. Thank you.