The situation at Alytus A. Ramanauskas-Vanago Gymnasium has escalated into a conflict involving the dismissal of ethics teacher Meilė Platūkienė, which has prompted complaints from students who feel their school environment is under pressure from protests and agitation. In response to the chaos, the police were called to the school by the students themselves, who reported instances of disturbance and harassment amidst the unfolding situation.

The ongoing distress has resulted in nearly 20 teachers affiliated with the Lithuanian Education Workers Union (LŠDPS) boycotting classes in solidarity with their dismissed colleague. The union and the teacher, who has been outspoken against her dismissal, are seeking clarity and resolution to the issues at hand. As frustrations rise among students and faculty alike, local political representatives are calling for a swift resolution to stabilize the school environment.

This incident raises broader questions about school governance and the treatment of educators within Lithuania's education system, highlighting the increasing instances of conflict within schools over administrative decisions. The response and management of such conflicts are critical not just for the affected students and teachers, but for the reputation and functioning of educational institutions across the country.