Teacher Faces Harassment Charges Linked to 11-Year-Old Student's Suicide

Prosecutors seek an 18-month suspended sentence and a lifetime teaching ban for the accused educator in a case highlighting school bullying and teacher conduct.

Evaëlle, an 11-year-old student, died by suicide in June 2019 after reportedly facing bullying from peers and alleged mistreatment by her French teacher, Pascale B.
The prosecution argues that Pascale B.'s actions, including public humiliation and isolating Evaëlle in class, catalyzed bullying by other students and contributed to the girl's mental distress.
The prosecutor has requested an 18-month suspended prison sentence, a permanent ban from teaching, and a public statement from the Versailles education authority acknowledging the case.
Pascale B., who denies any intent to harm, claims her actions were misinterpreted and insists she aimed to manage a challenging classroom environment.
The court is set to deliver its verdict on April 10, while separate proceedings for two students involved in bullying Evaëlle are expected later this year.