Women Share Their Encounters With the “Nice Guys” Who Turned Out to Be Creeps

Blaming a student for inappropriate actions is not only wrong; it’s a gross abuse of power. “You made me do it” is an excuse that carries the foul stench of manipulation, especially coming from a teacher to a 16-year-old. It’s not just a breakdown of professionalism; it’s a complete derailment.

Trust is the foundation of any student-teacher relationship, and once that’s compromised, it’s hard to rebuild. A “nice guy” facade doesn’t negate harmful actions. It’s troubling when a community sides with the adult in power without considering the vulnerability of the youth involved. Hopefully, she found strength and support after such a betrayal, and those responsible were held accountable.