An anonymous Reddit user revealed a distressing experience with a teacher who relentlessly mocked students. The teacher, escalating from small remarks, eventually targeted a new girl named “Smol,” publicly insulting her tough home life and mental health struggles. Witnessing Smol’s distress, the Reddit user decided to take action.

“I fumed about how inappropriate and unacceptable this was. And I demanded justice,” the user said. They discreetly recorded instances of the teacher’s insults, focusing on those aimed at Smol, compiling a month’s worth of evidence. The user then sent the documentation to the school principal, prompting immediate action.

The principal reprimanded the teacher, who was forced to apologize to the class, especially Smol. The teacher, whose husband also worked at the school, lost her job, damaged her reputation, and faced marital issues. The Reddit user’s intervention successfully brought an end to the teacher’s harmful behavior.

Teachers’ impact on students can vary from inspiring to damaging. In this case, a teacher’s relentless mockery prompted a proactive response, emphasizing the importance of addressing such misconduct promptly.