WATCH: Kiss, Hug, or High Five? Kindergarten teacher on the spot for kissing kids
A recent video circulating on X (formerly Twitter) has sent shockwaves through the parenting community.
The video in question captures a shocking moment inside an unidentified kindergarten classroom, where a female teacher is seen offering young pupils a troubling choice: “Kiss, Hug, or High Five.”
The video, which has ignited a fierce debate online, features the teacher standing at the front of the classroom, in front of a chalkboard displaying the controversial words, accompanied by love hearts.
Arrest her immediately.
What do you mean Kiss? https://t.co/YnlzW6c2Zd
— Reji (@RejiYates) September 10, 2023
The premise was simple: the children were instructed to choose one of the three options presented to them. However, the choices themselves have sparked outrage and raised concerns about the boundaries between educators and their students.
For parents and guardians who have witnessed the video, it’s difficult to overlook the uncomfortable nature of this incident. A teacher, someone entrusted with the care and education of young minds, offering kisses on the lips as a possible option raises immediate red flags. Many parents have taken to social media to express their shock and concern, calling into question the appropriateness of such actions in an educational setting.
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Many parents were quick to point out that physical boundaries between teachers and students are paramount in educational environments, especially at the kindergarten level. The act of offering kisses as a choice appears not only inappropriate but also potentially damaging to a child’s understanding of personal space and consent.
The school, where this unsettling incident took place, remains unidentified, leaving parents in the dark about the specifics of the situation. This lack of information has only intensified the online conversation, with many demanding accountability and transparency from educational institutions.
The video has ignited a broader discussion about the protocols and training that kindergarten teachers receive when it comes to interactions with their young charges. Parents are calling for stricter guidelines and mandatory training on appropriate behavior, emphasizing that educators must be equipped to create a safe and nurturing environment for their children.
Here are some reactions to the video by X users;
Weird to watch. Directly on the lips ? Wow. Can’t believe this actually happened
— Edison Ade (@buzzedison) September 11, 2023
I just took a training course today for paraeducators and one of the first things they taught us is that you are NOT to touch the kids unless it is 100% necessary for the lesson plan. This definitely is not necessary.
— BLACK LIVES STILL MATTER ✨ (@_callmecharliee) September 11, 2023
Right !! What sort of madness. And then recorded it to display. Sorry she needs to be in jail
— Reji (@RejiYates) September 10, 2023
Way too familiar! It’s nasty and she needs to be fired and arrested
— Reji (@RejiYates) September 10, 2023
Not even a kiss on the cheek or forehead. Far too familiar with people’s kids
— Billy Wick (@unexplained94) September 10, 2023