Teachers Frequently Attacked by Students: Ministry of Education to Discuss Substantive Assistance Across Ministries
In response to a spate of recent incidents where teachers have been attacked by students in Taiwan, Deputy Minister of Education Chu Chun-chang stated that the ministry will collaborate with other government agencies to evaluate and provide substantive support for teachers. The Association of Principals of Elementary and Secondary Schools has called for the enactment of a special law for educational personnel.
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(Central News Agency, reporter Lin Yin-yin, Taipei, June 11) Following a series of recent incidents where teachers were attacked by students, the Association of Principals of Elementary and Secondary Schools of the Republic of China has called for the establishment of a special law for educational personnel to strengthen their safety protections. Deputy Minister of Education Chu Chun-chang stated today (June 11) that the ministry will discuss the matter with the Ministry of Civil Service and will subsequently initiate cross-ministerial discussions to evaluate and provide substantive assistance to teachers.
The Education and Culture Committee of the Legislative Yuan reviewed draft amendments to the Senior High School Education Act and the University Act today.
Regarding the repeated attacks on teachers by students, Deputy Minister Chu said in an interview before the meeting, "Continuously responding to on-site conditions and providing support and substantive assistance to teachers is the consistent stance of the Ministry of Education." Regarding the suggestion from the principals' association, he said the ministry will discuss it with the Ministry of Civil Service and then initiate cross-ministerial discussions for evaluation to provide teachers with substantive protection.
Asked whether teachers can apply for medical or psychological support, Deputy Minister Chu stated that currently, both civil servants and teachers have Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs). If an employee suffers unlawful infringement in the workplace as defined by the Occupational Safety and Health Act, the employer should provide necessary assistance. The Ministry of Education has repeatedly requested local governments and schools to provide assistance, and if a teacher has a medical need, the competent authority and the school will continue to assist.
Deputy Minister Chu stated that the Occupational Safety and Health Act already has clear regulations regarding unlawful infringement in the workplace. The Ministry of Education will continue to work with local competent authorities and schools to improve related assistance based on the Act. The ministry will discuss with schools and local authorities how to continue to improve in response to the teaching environment.
Separately, Democratic Progressive Party Legislator Chen Pei-yu protested at the Legislative Yuan's Education and Culture Committee today, questioning why the budgets for the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Sports for fiscal year 2026 (115th year of the Republic) had not been scheduled for review. She accused the opposition party of proposing to extend the session to review budgets, but that Kuomintang committee convener Lo Ting-wei was "not reviewing budgets, only organizing inspections."
Lo Ting-wei responded that the ruling party has the pressure of governance and hopes the budget will pass quickly, but the opposition has its own schedule. (Editor: Su Zhi-zong) 1150611
The Education and Culture Committee of the Legislative Yuan reviewed draft amendments to the Senior High School Education Act and the University Act today.
Regarding the repeated attacks on teachers by students, Deputy Minister Chu said in an interview before the meeting, "Continuously responding to on-site conditions and providing support and substantive assistance to teachers is the consistent stance of the Ministry of Education." Regarding the suggestion from the principals' association, he said the ministry will discuss it with the Ministry of Civil Service and then initiate cross-ministerial discussions for evaluation to provide teachers with substantive protection.
Asked whether teachers can apply for medical or psychological support, Deputy Minister Chu stated that currently, both civil servants and teachers have Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs). If an employee suffers unlawful infringement in the workplace as defined by the Occupational Safety and Health Act, the employer should provide necessary assistance. The Ministry of Education has repeatedly requested local governments and schools to provide assistance, and if a teacher has a medical need, the competent authority and the school will continue to assist.
Deputy Minister Chu stated that the Occupational Safety and Health Act already has clear regulations regarding unlawful infringement in the workplace. The Ministry of Education will continue to work with local competent authorities and schools to improve related assistance based on the Act. The ministry will discuss with schools and local authorities how to continue to improve in response to the teaching environment.
Separately, Democratic Progressive Party Legislator Chen Pei-yu protested at the Legislative Yuan's Education and Culture Committee today, questioning why the budgets for the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Sports for fiscal year 2026 (115th year of the Republic) had not been scheduled for review. She accused the opposition party of proposing to extend the session to review budgets, but that Kuomintang committee convener Lo Ting-wei was "not reviewing budgets, only organizing inspections."
Lo Ting-wei responded that the ruling party has the pressure of governance and hopes the budget will pass quickly, but the opposition has its own schedule. (Editor: Su Zhi-zong) 1150611
FAQ
Why are teachers in Taiwan being frequently attacked by students?
The article does not specify the root causes, but it highlights a growing concern over safety in educational settings.
What specific support is the Ministry of Education considering for teachers?
Deputy Minister Chu stated the ministry will discuss with the Ministry of Civil Service and initiate cross-ministerial evaluations to provide substantive assistance.
What action is the Association of Principals calling for?
The association is calling for the enactment of a special law for educational personnel to strengthen their safety protections.