The Clark County School District (CCSD) is now facing tough questions after reports surfaced that some of its employees posted disturbing reactions to the assassination of conservative speaker Charlie Kirk.
The news shook conservatives across the country – especially here in Nevada, where Kirk had a strong following among young activists.
But what’s made things worse is how some CCSD teachers reportedly reacted online.
Social Media Reactions Spark Outrage
After Kirk’s death, several teachers and other professionals took to social media – not to express sympathy, but to cheer on the violence.
That’s right. They celebrated it.
Channel 13 News reports that concerned parents and community members flooded their station with screenshots and messages, pointing out what they say are public posts made by local teachers mocking Kirk’s assassination.
One middle school teacher reportedly said they enjoyed watching “every fraction of a second” of the shooting video.
Another mocked Kirk’s appearance after the shooting.
Understandably, folks are angry. These are people trusted to teach our kids; some even work with special needs students.
If this is how they act online, what’s going on behind the classroom door?
CCSD Says Disruptive Speech Can Be Punished
In response, CCSD released a statement saying it won’t tolerate speech or conduct that causes “a material and substantial disruption” to school operations.
While the district said it can’t comment on specific employees, it made clear that it has the right to discipline workers whose words interfere with school business.
That includes speech that:
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Interferes with school activities or the employee’s job duties
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Harasses or bullies others
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Undermines the school’s mission
According to the statement, if a teacher’s comments on political violence cross that line, they can face disciplinary action.
The district told staff to be careful when speaking publicly about events like this.
Gov. Lombardo Weighs In
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo said at a press conference on Friday that he condemned those who use a tragedy to push hateful messages.
Lombardo has been consistent on supporting law and order, and his remarks show how seriously the state is taking this issue.
He made his statement while giving an update on the state’s recovery from a major cyberattack, showing this isn’t just a political stunt – it’s a leadership priority.
Jobs Lost Over Posts
The backlash isn’t limited to teachers.
Channel 13 also reports that a local realtor and a sports broadcaster both lost jobs over social media comments about Kirk’s death.
In today’s world, what you say online matters, especially when it crosses the line into celebrating violence.
It’s not about politics – it’s about decency.
A Tragedy That Deserves Respect
Kirk’s death and the 33-hour manhunt for his suspected killer has left many reeling.
The suspect turned himself in in Utah, and police are still investigating.
But while the legal system handles the case, the public is watching how institutions like CCSD handle their own employees.
Parents send their kids to school to learn, not to be influenced by adults who treat political violence like a joke.
Free speech is important – but so is accountability.
Nevada families have every right to expect better from the people educating their children.
And if CCSD really means what it says, now’s the time to prove it.
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