Steal This Idea: Teacher to pay $22,000 fine for phone call during class

Timing: ASAP

Desley Getty made a mistake, and now it’s costing her $22,000. The New Jersey high school teacher made a 4 minute personal phone call during class and was caught on video by her students and paraded on YouTube for the world to see. Making personal calls during class time is prohibited by Getty’s school district, and the teacher has elected not to appeal the fine and face the music. While refreshing to see someone admit wrongdoing after being caught red-handed, a $22,000 fine is a hard pill to swallow, especially for an educator. Could your brand find it in their heart to help Getty pay off this fine?

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CBS New York

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