In Sorocaba, Brazil, parents of students at the EMEF Profª Maria de Lourdes Martins Martinez have come together to tackle the tall grass that has overtaken the school grounds. This initiative was sparked by the slow response from the Secretary of Public Services and Works (Serpo) regarding maintenance. Parents believe that the failure to address these issues is indicative of broader neglect by local authorities towards the safety and environment of their children’s school.

Pamela Cancherini, one of the participating mothers, highlighted the urgent need for repairs and maintenance, filming and sharing images of the school's deteriorating conditions on social media. Concerns have been raised not only about the overgrown grass but also about structural issues, such as cracks in the ceiling and standing water in the courtyard. This raises alarms about the potential hazards posed to the children attending the school, with Cancherini expressing fears that the ceiling might collapse and injure students.

The situation illustrates a growing concern among the community regarding the state of public facilities and the lack of action from local governance. Complaints regarding unsafe bathroom conditions used by students add another layer of urgency to the demands for action. Parents fear for their children’s safety and health, prompting them to take matters into their own hands, while also calling for immediate government intervention to resolve the long-standing issues at the school.