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Parents are increasingly abusive toward teachers and principals. How can schools respond?

Parents are increasingly abusive toward teachers and principals. How can schools respond?
Phys.org Wednesday 26 August 2026, 14:00 UTC 1 min read
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Some private schools have begun asking parents to sign a code of conduct to try to stop abusive behavior toward teachers.

Some private schools have begun asking parents to sign a code of conduct to try to stop abusive behavior toward teachers.
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