RICHMOND, Va. (VIRGINIA MERCURY) - In Henrico County, over 1,000 students streamed out of Hermitage High School Friday afternoon, joining a nationwide walkout demonstration protesting gun violence in schools.

The students walked out during their study period to bring attention to the prevalence of school shootings in America. A number of student speakers took time to share their message in the stadium, speaking against deadly gun violence and calling for policies to strengthen gun safety in schools. Students returned to class by the start of their third period.

“Although the school division does not assist with the organization of events such as this, our staff does take steps to monitor students to ensure they remain safe at all times. While we always want students to remain in class, w

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