Teacher Accused of Commenting on Student's Belly, Filming Her

A middle school student in Kfar Saba has filed a complaint against a teacher who allegedly approached her, commented on her "beautiful belly," and then proceeded to film her with his mobile phone as he followed her into the classroom. The student contacted her parents, who picked her up from school, and she has refused to return since the incident. Sources familiar with the matter indicated that the teacher's alleged behavior is serious, and that the incident began when he questioned the student about not wearing her school uniform. The Ministry of Education and the Kfar Saba Municipality have conducted an internal review. A response from the Kfar Saba Municipality stated that the incident is being handled with seriousness and sensitivity by the school administration and professional staff, in cooperation with the Ministry of Education. An investigation clarified that the teacher's conduct was inappropriate and not in line with expectations for educational staff. Guidelines have been reinforced, and the case is being addressed accordingly. The school is also taking the student's feelings and distress seriously, while fully protecting her privacy and maintaining contact with her parents.