He does not deserve to teach students.
School officials in Southern California are investigating a recent incident involving a teacher at Chino Valley High School, who reportedly became aggressive with a student for wearing a “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) hat. The video of the altercation, which went viral, shows English teacher and girls’ golf coach Clyde Colinco angrily criticizing the student and making derogatory remarks about Christians and former President Donald Trump. During the confrontation, Colinco refers to Trump as a “rapist” and expresses his frustration, saying he is fighting for the rights of his daughter and nieces.
In the video, Colinco demands that the student leave the classroom for wearing the hat and calls for security to intervene, stating he will not tolerate such behavior. He also makes disparaging comments about Trump supporters and Christians, claiming they are “losers” and “fake Christians.” Colinco’s anger escalates, and he continues to make personal attacks, accusing the student of supporting a “child molester” and a “rapist.” As the situation intensifies, he insists that the student leave the class.
The Chino Valley School Board is investigating the incident. Board President Sonja Shaw has assured the public that the matter is being taken seriously. She expressed concern over the teacher’s behavior, which she believes negatively impacts the educational environment, and emphasized that such actions harm the reputation of the teaching profession. Shaw also voiced support for the community, especially Christian families, who were distressed by the teacher’s remarks.
In response to the incident, a group of students started a petition advocating for a fair investigation into the teacher’s actions. The petition argues that while the teacher’s response was extreme, the student provoked the situation by refusing to remove the hat when asked. The petition calls for a measured approach rather than immediate suspension.
The incident comes amid other politically charged debates in the Chino Valley Unified School District, which recently gained attention for requiring schools to inform parents if their child is identifying as a different gender. This policy, which has faced legal challenges, contributed to broader discussions about parental rights and education.