HOPKINS, Mich. — A middle school teacher at Hopkins Public Schools is suspended after parents said she shared her opinion in class following the death of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk last week.

One parent said the teacher’s comments were disturbing. 13 ON YOUR SIDE spoke with that parent, who asked us not to share her name, saying she feared for her family’s safety if she’s publicly identified.

“It's concerning. It's hurtful, it's just taking away such a safe space for these students,” said the middle school mother.

The mother said she was stunned when she opened the email from the district last week regarding the situation.

The email message read in part "...we are aware of recent concerns regarding alleged statements made by a member of our middle school staff. Please be

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