A substitute teacher, who is also an off-duty Wisconsin police officer, is under investigation for re-enacting the murder of George Floyd, making racially insensitive comments, and engaging in inappropriate physical behavior with students at Woodbury High School in Minnesota. The teacher, Steve Williams, was removed from the classroom and is not allowed on district property. The Prescott Police Department in Wisconsin has placed him on administrative leave. School officials described his actions as “reprehensible” and apologized to students, promising to create a space for conversations and education. The allegations against Williams include racist comments, graphic descriptions of dead bodies, and inappropriate physical interactions with students. The school district, city, and police department are investigating the incident, with the education department and licensing board notified. Williams’ staffing agency, Teachers on Call, has severed ties with him and expressed zero tolerance for harmful behavior. Woodbury is working closely with authorities to address the situation, with Woodbury Public Safety expressing concern and commitment to investigate fully. The district has a significant non-white student population, and officials are taking the allegations seriously to ensure a safe learning environment.
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Fill-in teacher alleged to have re-enacted George Floyd’s murder and made ‘racially insensitive remarks’ in Minnesota classroom
