Oh I totally get her discomfort. She was at school in the classroom and the young man was not being threatening even if he was being creepy. I meant that she should have very loudly told him “Do not touch me. Take your hands off me or I will hurt you.” Then follow through with a swift jab to whatever vulnerable spot was within reach if he did not do so immediately. She should be able to convey her opinion of his actions without having to wait to submit a complaint to the administration.
A “swift jab” would have gotten her fired and sued.
I’m pretty sure this kid was a little jerk with a reputation and got what he asked for.