STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — A teacher at Steubenville High School has resigned following the circulation of a viral video showing the teacher discussing current politics during a classroom lesson.
The video quickly spread on social media, drawing thousands of comments and shares and sparking debate from people across the political spectrum.
Initially, officials with Steubenville City Schools declined to comment on the situation. Administrators later acknowledged that political statements had been made in the classroom and confirmed they had accepted the teacher’s resignation.
School officials said they would have no further comment on the matter.
