The administration at Houston ISD’s Wharton Dual Language Academy launched an investigation after teachers allegedly told middle school boys to clean up a dirty, trash-strewn school restroom Tuesday.
Teachers at the K-8 school asked students to take responsibility after the middle school boys’ restroom was found in disarray. When no one came forward, they viewed cleaning the restroom as a “logical consequence,” according to a statement given to parents Wednesday.
“The teachers intended to create a reflective learning moment that would encourage students to take ownership of their shared spaces and show respect for the school environment and the custodial staff,” Principal Veronica Celedon said in a Wednesday message. “Understandably, this should have been handled differently.”…