A new scandal started in New York after a teacher told second graders that Santa Claus does not exist! The news became viral in the United States and the teacher had to apologize when parents became outraged.

Everything started during a geography lesson. The kids told the teacher that they know about the North Pole because there is where Santa Claus lives. The teacher did not hesitate to tell the kids that Santa Claus does not exist. Furthermore, the teacher also told them that their parents actually buy gifts for them each year. The parents were outraged when they found out about what happened.

According to The New York Post, the 58 years old teacher, who’s name was not released, personally contacted the parents of her students to apologize for what happened during the geography lesson. The scandal caused a spirited debate in the United States about what teachers should not tell students.