A retired teacher’s blunt letter has ignited a viral debate, pointing fingers at parents, not teachers, for educational shortcomings. Highlighting American students lagging behind globally, the letter resonates widely, stressing, “The teachers are not the problem! Parents are the problem!”

Addressing issues like students’ lack of supplies and manners, the teacher points out, “The children come to school in shoes that cost more than the teacher’s entire outfit, but have no pencil or paper,” highlighting skewed priorities.

The letter poses critical questions about parental involvement: “Do parents attend parent nights? Do they ensure their children are prepared?” Ultimately, the message is clear: “It is not schools that are failing but the parents.”

Concluding with a call to action, the teacher asserts, “Teachers cannot do their jobs and the parents’ job. Until parents step up and do their job, nothing is going to get better!”

The letter’s bold stance is making waves on social media, urging readers to share if they agree with the teacher’s perspective.