An alleged scandal involving a Sunyani SHS graduate, identified as Getty, and a teacher has emerged online after the student reportedly sent a private video meant for the teacher to a WhatsApp group, sparking renewed concern over inappropriate teacher-student interactions.
In recent months, several videos and reports suggesting intimate relationships or misconduct between teachers and female students have circulated on social media, sparking widespread outrage and renewed debate about professional boundaries within schools.
The growing trend has raised questions about the teacher-student relationship and the extent to which technology — particularly smartphones and social media — is influencing the behaviour of young people.
Education observers and parents have expressed worry that while technology has brought immense benefits to learning and communication, it is increasingly being misused in ways that threaten moral values and the reputation of Ghana’s educational institutions.
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The situation has become a major concern for both the Ghana Education Service (GES) and the general public, as such incidents tarnish the image of teachers and undermine trust between educators and students.
Stakeholders are calling for stronger digital literacy education, stricter enforcement of professional ethics, and enhanced guidance and counselling programmes in schools to help address the growing moral and technological challenges among Ghanaian youth.
As investigations continue into recent cases, education authorities are being urged to act decisively to restore discipline, protect students, and safeguard the integrity of the teaching profession.
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