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School Director Hospitalized After Attack by Primary Student at Mar del Plata’s EP N°63

School officials cite repeated assaults, urging sustained psychological support.

Overview

  • Cecilia Bonillo sustained cranial trauma and was hospitalized after being struck while intervening in a student fight, according to local reports.
  • The incident occurred at Escuela Primaria N°63 in the Autódromo neighborhood of Mar del Plata.
  • School authorities say the same student had previously injured staff, including a past episode in which the director suffered a hip fracture.
  • Four teachers have also reported being punched and kicked in separate incidents attributed to the student, the school community says.
  • Administrators report attempts to coordinate psychological care with the family have not been sustained and they are requesting protection and support measures for the child, other students, and staff.