Teachers from Alytus gymnasium are demanding the suspension of their principal due to alleged misconduct and abuse of power.
Teachers from the Alytus gymnasium are actively pursuing the suspension of their principal, Aleksandras Kirilovas, following serious allegations regarding his conduct towards both staff and students. The Lithuanian Education Workers' Union (LÅ DPS) has announced that teachers will meet with the mayor of Alytus, Nerijus Cesiulis, to formally request action against Kirilovas. The union has outlined specific incidents where they believe Kirilovas has displayed systematic inappropriate behavior, which raises concerns about his appropriateness to hold the office.
The situation at the gymnasium has intensified, as the police have been called in and some teachers have resorted to boycotting classes in response to the crisis. The union's letter emphasizes the urgent need for the mayor's intervention due to the problematic behavior of Kirilovas, which they allege undermines both the educational environment and the well-being of students and faculty alike. This escalation reflects broader issues within the Lithuanian educational system regarding the treatment of staff and accountability at leadership levels.
As the situation develops, it highlights a critical confrontation over power dynamics in education, as teachers seek to reclaim authority and protective measures for themselves and their students. This demand for suspension not only has implications for the immediate stakeholders in Alytus but also sets a precedent for how educational disputes involving misconduct are addressed in schools across Lithuania.
