Education authorities in Hong Kong have ordered a secondary school to submit a written report after a video surfaced online showing the school principal allegedly swearing at security staff during an overseas trip. The incident reportedly took place during a school visit to Singapore and has triggered an official investigation.
Education Bureau said it became aware of the viral video and immediately contacted both the school and its sponsoring body. Officials confirmed that they are closely monitoring the situation and will provide guidance as the case develops.
The bureau said it has instructed the school to carry out a full internal review and submit a detailed written explanation of the incident. It added that the school has already activated its crisis management team to handle the matter.
According to officials, the video appears to show the principal engaging in inappropriate language during an interaction with security personnel while on a school trip in Singapore. The footage quickly spread online, raising concerns among parents and the public.
Education authorities said they treat such incidents seriously, especially when they involve school leadership during student-related activities abroad. They emphasized the importance of maintaining professional conduct at all times.
The school involved has not publicly commented in detail but confirmed it is cooperating with the investigation. It is expected to review the circumstances surrounding the trip and the conduct of staff members involved.
Authorities said they will assess whether any disciplinary action is necessary once the school submits its report. They also said they will consider whether additional guidelines are needed for overseas school activities.
The incident has sparked wider discussion in Hong Kong about teacher behavior and school supervision during international trips. Parents have raised concerns about how schools manage student safety and staff conduct outside the classroom environment.
Education officials said they will continue to follow up on the case closely. They added that maintaining trust in the education system remains a priority, especially when incidents gain public attention online.
