Sofía —daughter of the Cuban singer Alexander Delgado, leader of the duo Gente de Zona, and María Vargas— experienced a troubling event this week that impacted her family and hundreds of mothers who watched the video on social media. It all took place at her school in Orlando, Florida, when a man armed with a knife managed to enter the campus, creating scenes of panic among students, teachers, and staff at the educational institution.
The "lockdown" alarm went off immediately, forcing students to seek shelter while the police intervened. María Vargas, who was at home, reacted with evident distress. Later, while she was walking with her daughter down the street under an umbrella, she recorded a video in which Sofía shared her experience.
“I was on my bus heading to the school road when they shouted over the loudspeaker, ‘Lockdown, lockdown,’ which means someone had entered the school. A person with a knife was running, and there were police chasing him. They killed someone; it’s not known if it’s a child or a teacher. Then a girl started crying because she was going to the big kids' school.”
In that same video, amidst the alarm and fear, her mother made a promise to her: “I’m going to take you out of that school. You’re going to a private one. You are my only daughter. I’m so sorry. I don't know which school will be safe in this country.”
"One gets tired... you no longer send the kids to school, and it's the parents' intelligence! Is there no school worth anything here or what?" added María in the video description.
The video generated an avalanche of reactions on social media. Dozens of users expressed their support for María and shared similar experiences. Some mothers noted that, as a preventive measure, they were educating their children at home. "My grandchildren have been in homeschool for two years," wrote a follower. Others, however, warned that even private schools do not guarantee safety: "Private schools are worse," "Things happen in private schools too," they commented.
There were also those who highlighted the fortitude with which Sofía recounted what happened. “How incredible is the clarity with which she narrated it, poor thing,” commented one user. Another added: “It broke my heart when she said ‘they killed a person, it’s unknown whether it’s a child or a teacher.’ What a horror for a girl to go through that.”
Among the comments, reflections also emerged about the American educational system and the lack of effective measures against school violence. "This country has a serious problem that no one is solving," wrote a mother. Others suggested that María return to Canada, a country where she previously lived, and where —according to many users— they feel safer. "Canada is the place," several commented.
While the debate continues, María Vargas has made it clear that her priority is singular: the safety of her daughter. And after this incident, she is not willing to risk it again.
Frequently Asked Questions about the incident at Alexander Delgado's daughter's school
What happened at Sofia's school, the daughter of Alexander Delgado?
In Sofia's school, the daughter of Cuban singer Alexander Delgado, a man armed with a knife managed to enter the campus, causing panic among students and educational staff. The "lockdown" alarm was activated immediately and the police intervened to control the situation.
How did Sofía's mother react to the incident at school?
María Vargas, mother of Sofía, expressed her distress and concern for her daughter's safety after the incident. She promised to take Sofía out of that school and look for a safer option, possibly a private school, although she also expressed her distrust regarding safety in private schools.
What impact did the incident have on social media?
The video of the incident shared on social media generated an avalanche of reactions. Many users expressed their support for María Vargas and shared similar experiences. Some suggested homeschooling as an alternative, while others reflected on the lack of safety in the American educational system.
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