Queensland Teacher Who Identified as a Cat Steps Down from Position
According to reports, the individual known as ‘Miss Purr’ allegedly donned cat ears and engaged in cat-like behavior during class.
A Queensland state school has addressed concerns following accusations that a teacher adopted a cat “persona.”
Parents raised issues on social media and filed complaints with Marsden State High School in Brisbane over claims from students that a teacher, who preferred to be called “Miss Purr,” started behaving like a cat.
Photos showed the teacher wearing fake cat ears in class and a name tag on a lanyard with the word “Purr.”
Parents also reported other disturbing behaviors, such as the teacher licking their hands in class and emitting hissing and growling sounds, as reported by The Courier Mail.
A spokesperson for Queensland’s Department of Education informed The Epoch Times that the school was aware of the situation.
“The school is aware of parents’ concerns and the principal addressed the issue directly with the teacher as soon as they became aware,” the spokesperson stated.
Related Stories
“Teachers are expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethics.
“This type of behavior is not tolerated in Queensland state schools.”
The teacher known as “Miss Purr” is reportedly no longer in any state teaching position, but any disciplinary action taken remains undisclosed due to confidentiality regulations.
Cats in the Classroom
The “furry” trend has gained popularity in recent years, driven by social media platforms such as TikTok.
Furries create a “fursona,” dressing either in full “fursuits” or wearing accessories like clip-on ears or tails.
They also adopt animal-like traits.
Underlying Reasons
Psychiatrist Jillian Spencer explained to The Epoch Times that individuals adopt alternative identities because they feel they don’t belong.
“They may feel disconnected from others and seek to find an explanation for it,” she noted.
“Some of them might have characteristics of autism that contribute to their sense of being different from others.
“Autism can make it challenging to establish connections with other people, leading to a bond with animals that feels special.”
Spencer highlighted the abundance of online resources encouraging people to explore their identities, including the possibility of feeling more connected to animals.
“There’s a movement to embrace uniqueness and individuality in this manner,” she added.
“While it may be a form of creativity and enjoyment, it should be kept private and not permitted in educational settings or around children.”
Spencer cautioned that animal identities can be confusing for children and may impact their understanding of reality during their formative years.
