RADAR TULUNGAGUNG – A Tulungagung teacher scandal has drawn attention after reports said a female educator identified as ADP stayed in a Tuban hotel with a man linked to a state cement company.
The 35 year old worked as a part time government contract teacher at SDN 4 Bungur in Karangrejo subdistrict. She submitted her resignation on 11 February 2026, about ten days before the case surfaced publicly.
Acting principal Tanti Soffahendrawati said ADP stopped teaching soon after filing the letter. Her mother and sibling delivered the document, which stated she wanted to pursue another job but gave no detailed personal reasons.
ADP had recently received her P3K appointment decree. She had also taught at the school for more than five years before resigning.
Tanti added that the school and the local education coordinator held three guidance sessions with ADP before her departure. Earlier rumors had circulated in the community since early February. However, staff initially avoided negative assumptions because the matter involved private life.
Later reports from neighbors prompted a second session. ADP continued teaching normally and showed no unusual conduct at school. Classes and learning activities proceeded without disruption.
After ADP resigned, school administrators lost contact with her. When they needed documents to process administration, they could not reach her again.
Tulungagung education office acting head Sukowinarno said officials still review the resignation. The regent has received the letter but has not issued approval, so the resignation has not taken legal effect.
Despite the viral Tulungagung teacher scandal, SDN 4 Bungur continues normal operations. Teachers agreed to stay focused on students while authorities prepare clarification on the external case.
Public discussion intensified after news spread that ADP stayed with another man in a Tuban hotel on 21 February. Authorities have not released formal findings and continue the clarification process.
