Jeong Geunsik Vows to Protect Teachers' Rights to Honor Sacrifice of Seoi Elementary Teacher

Message Ahead of Third Anniversary
Plans to Announce Measures for Protecting Educational Activities Before Semester Begins

Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education Superintendent Jeong Geunsik stated, on the eve of the third anniversary of the Seoi Elementary School incident, "I will stand by our teachers to the end so that no teacher, even after engaging in legitimate educational activities, has to face the anxiety of being reported, sued, or prosecuted alone."

In a post shared on social media on July 17, Superintendent Jeong commented, "Even now, as we approach the third anniversary, the sense of responsibility I bear as superintendent has not become any lighter. I repeatedly pledge to ensure that this noble sacrifice will not have been in vain," expressing these sentiments.

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He continued, "I deeply mourn the loss of the teacher and once again extend my condolences to the bereaved family. I will not forget. And I will bring change." He added, "We intend to create a space for remembrance and healing, where all members of the Seoul education community—both their lives and dedication—are respected." He emphasized, "With deep deliberation and social consensus, we will prepare for this with utmost care."

He also announced plans to unveil additional measures to strengthen the protection of educational activities before the second semester begins, based on feedback gathered from the 2nd Seoul Forum for the Protection of Educational Activities. He concluded, "By turning remembrance into practice, I will fulfill my responsibilities as superintendent to create a hopeful educational environment where everyone in the school community can grow together without being hurt."

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