Col. San Esteban School Remains Silent Amid Alleged Teacher Harassment and Abuse Case

The Catholic private school San Esteban has remained silent regarding an alleged case of harassment and abuse involving a minor student. Authorities at the institution have not issued any official statements, despite media inquiries and public interest. The school’s leadership has called for silence, and no formal explanation has been provided to the educational community or the families involved.

The incident reportedly involves a teacher who served as a mentor to two students. This teacher was entrusted with close supervision of the students, both inside and outside the school. The teacher’s role included staying in the students’ homes and participating in school events, fostering a high level of trust among the families. In one case, the teacher was even the godfather of the alleged victim’s younger brother.

The mother of the student became concerned about the teacher’s excessive attention and physical contact with her son. She installed a camera in her home to monitor the situation and later confirmed her suspicions through the footage. The resulting confrontations led to the teacher’s resignation after being advised by school authorities. However, the case has been reported to Unit 2 of the Public Prosecutor’s Office.

The situation has caused alarm within the educational community. Despite media coverage and various accounts, the school has not provided an official response. Parents, who are seeking clarity, have been summoned for meetings and warned against discussing the matter further, with threats of their children being asked to leave the school if they continue to talk about the issue.

The school’s director, Adriana Rojo, has refused to comment to the press or engage with parents seeking a general meeting or a clear statement on the matter. Media outlets and communications groups have attempted to reach her without success.

Attorney Alice Monges of Voices and Ideals for the Rights of the Child (Viden) noted that the organization has been aware of the situation for a year, though details remain unclear. The case highlights the need for accountability and transparency in institutions responsible for the care of minors.

Source: Read the original report (translated from Spanish)