An Oklahoma school has become the center of controversy after a viral video emerged showing students engaging in a rather unconventional fundraising activity: licking each other's feet.
The incident has sparked widespread discussion and raised questions about appropriate fundraising methods.
Students licked the feet of others to raise money for charitable causes
The incident took place during the school's "Wonderful Week of Fundraising," where students typically participate in various activities to raise money for charitable causes.
However, instead of traditional methods like marathons or auctions, this particular high school in the Deer Creek School District decided on a different approach.
The students volunteered to take part in a "foot-licking" fundraiser to support Not Your Average Joe Coffee, a nonprofit coffee shop that employs individuals with disabilities.
The video, which was shared on social media and later picked up by FOX 25, showed teenagers kissing and sucking on each other's feet as part of the event.
As news of the video spread, viewers expressed their outrage and criticism towards the school.
What fresh hell is this? One user on social media exclaimed.
For the money that everyone even did this? The second asked.
When I was in high school, we sold candy to raise money, another wrote.
As a teacher, I’m disgusted at my fellow educators' lack of judgment. That said, I’d bet years salary all the other teachers at this school were not surprised regarding the teacher that made this decision. There are always some that utterly lack common sense, one teacher said.
Very disturbing, this is something I would never expect school officials to let students do. Makes me wonder what they’re going to let the students do next, a dad said.
Others questioned the decision to involve students in such an activity for fundraising purposes, calling it disgusting and condemning the teachers or administrators for approving it.
The Deer Creek School District's response to the viral video capturing students licking others' feet
In response to the controversy, the Deer Creek School District released a statement clarifying the nature of the event.
They explained that the assembly, called "Clash of Classes," was organized by students as part of the fundraising week.
The district emphasized that no faculty or staff members participated in any of the games or activities, including the foot-licking segment.
Despite the backlash, the school district highlighted the incredible amount of money raised through this unconventional fundraiser.
The event managed to generate an astonishing $152,830.38 for Not Your Average Joe Coffee, a significant achievement that will positively impact communities beyond Deer Creek.
The district expressed gratitude towards the dedicated students who volunteered their time and contributed to the success of the fundraising week.
They also express their thanks to the patrons, businesses, and sponsors who supported the cause.
