Video Exposes Violence Endorsement in Paraná Civic-Military School, Triggering Official Probe
A revealing video from a Paraná civic-military school shows students promoting violence under military supervision, prompting government investigation amid program expansion.
- • A video released by APP-Sindicato exposes students in a Curitiba civic-military school advocating violence under a military police officer's supervision.
- • APP-Sindicato president condemns extremist indoctrination in public schools promoting hatred against marginalized groups.
- • Despite legal challenges, Paraná has expanded its civic-military school program to 312 units this month.
- • The Secretary of Education has launched an investigation into the incident, emphasizing a commitment to inclusive education.
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A video released by the Association of Teachers of Paraná (APP-Sindicato) on September 28 reveals troubling scenes of indoctrination and advocacy of violence in a civic-military school in Curitiba, Paraná. The footage shows teenage students marching and singing lyrics that promote violent acts such as "entering the favela and leaving bodies on the ground," all under the supervision of a military police officer.
APP-Sindicato president Walkiria Mazeto condemned the exploitation of public schools for extremist ideological indoctrination, emphasizing the incitement of hatred and violence towards marginalized communities. Despite ongoing legal challenges, including a Direct Action of Unconstitutionality in the Supreme Federal Court, the Paraná government has expanded its civic-military school program by adding 33 new militarized schools this month, bringing the total to 312 units.
These schools employ retired military police officers as monitors, paying them R$5,500 monthly—more than teachers who earn R$4,900—even though these monitors lack formal training to work effectively with students. The State Secretary of Education of Paraná (SEED-PR) has initiated an investigation into the incident, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining a respectful and inclusive educational environment.
This controversy highlights the risks of militarizing education without proper oversight and training, raising concerns about the impact on students and society's values.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.