Two B.C. Teachers Reprimanded for Racially Insensitive Conduct

Mar 26 2025

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  • Teaching students the French word "pétasse," which translates to "slut," during a vocabulary exercise.
  • Segmenting his Grade 11 class by gender while disregarding a nonbinary student’s preferred pronouns.
  • Discussing sensitive topics related to students’ backgrounds, such as making inappropriate remarks to a student of Japanese descent.
  • Criticizing students' grades publicly, referring to some as "slackers."
  • Using derogatory language related to Pakistani culture, which left a student feeling embarrassed and upset.

Following a formal investigation, Harvey admitted to his misconduct and will undergo additional training in classroom management and anti-racism strategies.

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