In a troubling incident at a school in Alimos, Athens, a 14-year-old student was arrested after allegedly threatening to "break" the face of an English-language teacher who questioned his use of a mobile phone during class. The incident, which occurred earlier this week, has raised concerns about student behaviour and the enforcement of school regulations regarding mobile devices.
The confrontation began when the teacher, adhering to the school’s strict no-phone policy, asked the second-year middle high school pupil why he was using his mobile phone during class. In response, the student reportedly threatened the teacher, saying, "I’m going to break your face."
Following the threat, the boy was escorted to the principal’s office, where the situation escalated further. According to sources, the student became increasingly agitated and allegedly broke a picture frame in the office.
Authorities were notified, and the police were called to the school, leading to the arrest of the student. In addition to facing legal consequences for his actions, the boy’s father is also under scrutiny for allegedly failing to properly supervise his child.
This incident comes in the wake of new educational policies introduced at the start of the school year aimed at curbing mobile phone use among students. The regulations stipulate that students must hand in their mobile phones at the beginning of the school day. Violations of this rule can result in serious disciplinary actions, including suspension and even expulsion for more severe infractions, such as using devices to record and mock fellow students.
The school community is reportedly shaken by the incident, which highlights the challenges educators face in enforcing rules and maintaining discipline. The arrest of such a young student has also sparked a broader discussion about the role of parents and guardians in ensuring that children adhere to school regulations.
The investigation is ongoing, and further actions against both the student and his father are expected as the case proceeds through the legal system.
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