The ongoing dispute between a teacher and a parent at a Novosibirsk school has continued for more than a year. Local media reports describe how tensions rose when a dissatisfied parent began influencing other families, leading to heated exchanges and heightened concerns within the school community.
In mid-April, several students from class 3A at a tenth Novosibirsk gymnasium missed days of instruction as part of a broader parental response. The protests targeted a classroom teacher, with allegations focusing on the conduct and communication by a well-known local entrepreneur who is active in the community. The parent mapped out a campaign against the teacher, citing a perceived pattern of behavior that affected the class dynamics.
Members of the parent committee have urged school leadership to intervene and resolve the long-standing disagreement. They notified the principal and the district education department ahead of planned actions, but reported little progress in addressing the concerns. Since the start of the week, attendance from the class has been inconsistent, with only a few students present in some sessions.
The group has expressed a desire for the issue to be handled by the gym administration, while questions remain about the involvement of influential community members. Critics say the parent involved has used social media to describe events in a way that escalates tension, and there are additional complaints submitted to various authorities that supporters view as attempts to discredit the teacher.
According to one member of the group, the ongoing situation has created psychological strain among families and students, with disruptions happening during school visits and in-class interactions. The individual at the center of the dispute is accused by supporters of stirring up conflicts in front of children, while defenders claim the actions are necessary to advocate for a perceived wrong in the classroom environment.
There have been mentions of police involvement and calls for the daughter of the parent to be reassigned to a different school, reflecting the intensity of the disagreements. In response, organizers have considered public demonstrations to express solidarity with those who feel harmed by the current situation.
Since January, reports have described tensions related to Ukrainian refugees and the broader impact on school life, though specifics vary and perspectives differ within the community.