Student Attacks Two Teachers at Kfar Saba Elementary School
Translated & summarized from Hamal by baba
A student at the A.D. Gordon elementary school in Kfar Saba attacked two teachers and injured another student on Sunday, leading the Teachers Union to delay the start of classes on Monday. The student allegedly threw a chair, bit one teacher, and kicked another after being confronted for violent behavior. The Teachers Union condemned the severe incident, demanding decisive action and pledging support for the educators involved.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- A student attacked two teachers and injured another student at Kfar Saba's A.D. Gordon elementary school.
- The Teachers Union announced a delayed start to classes on Monday at 10:00 AM following the incident.
- The student allegedly threw a chair, bit the vice principal, and kicked the classroom teacher.
- The Teachers Union condemned the violence and demanded a decisive response from authorities.
- The incident is reportedly part of a pattern of prior violent acts by the same student.
A severe incident of violence occurred at the A.D. Gordon elementary school in Kfar Saba, where a student attacked two female educators and injured another student during a lesson on Sunday. In response, the Teachers Union announced that classes at the school would commence later than usual on Monday, at 10:00 AM. According to the union, the student threw a chair at a female student, causing injury and property damage, before physically assaulting the classroom teacher who intervened. The vice principal, who was called to de-escalate the situation, was also attacked, reportedly being bitten on the hand and kicked in the face. The Teachers Union stated that this incident follows previous violent acts attributed to the same student. Michael Pinto, identified as "Professional," condemned the violence, stating, "We strongly condemn the severe incident of violence. We will not accept a reality where educators are attacked while fulfilling their duties and acting to protect their students." He emphasized the need for an immediate, clear, and decisive response from all responsible parties when such incidents are repeated. Pinto added that the Teachers Union would support the affected educators and use all available means to protect their well-being and safety. Aliza Sokel, chairwoman of the Teachers Union's Kfar Saba branch, also commented on the attack, asserting, "Educators are not punching bags. We cannot accept a situation where educators are attacked while trying to stop a violent incident and protect students. This is crossing a red line." She further stated that the educational staff requires full backing and concrete measures to ensure their safety and prevent future occurrences, pledging the union's full support.