SPRINGFIELD, Ore. - Thurston High School students staged a walkout Wednesday morning in protest of the district's response to a teacher's controversial social media post.

Drama teacher Bobby Nove shared news of Charlie Kirk's murder on Facebook, adding "Good" to the post. This sparked outrage among parents and students, leading to a flood of emails and calls demanding Nove's leave and a walkout protest by students on Sept. 17.

Despite the uproar, Nove remains at the school. Springfield Public Schools spokesperson Brian Richardson emphasized the district's commitment to a safe and respectful environment but refrained from discussing specific personnel actions.

Ashley Fredrickson, a parent, shared email exchanges, noting only one received a reply. Principal Kimberlee Pelster responded: "W

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