The Brief
- A Gainesville High School teacher faces possible discipline after giving a student a mock award labeling him “Most Likely to Become a Dictator.”
- The student’s mother says the certificate embarrassed her son and fueled bullying, while state officials accuse the teacher of misconduct.
- The Education Practices Commission will decide whether to fine, suspend, or revoke the teacher’s license.
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – A teacher in Florida is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award, dubbing him “Most Likely to Become a Dictator,” sparking swift backlash from the student’s mom and state education and political leaders.
What we know:
A Gainesville High School history teacher is under investigation after allegedly presenting a student a student-voted award for “Most Likely to Become a Dictator.” It appears that the incident happened several years ago. However, the student’s mom discussed the situation last week during a Florida State Board of Education meeting, saying the incident caused lasting harm to her son, and alleging that Alachua County Public Schools were critical of conservative political viewpoints.…