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Wynne Boliek, a social studies teacher at Southside High School, was fired after making an inappropriate social media comment regarding the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Greenville County, South Carolina – Wynne Boliek, a social studies teacher at Southside High School, was terminated from his position on September 11, 2025. His firing came after an inappropriate social media comment regarding the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, which attracted significant backlash from the public and officials alike.
Boliek’s controversial post, originally made on Facebook, stated, “Thoughts and prayers to his children, but IMHO America became greater today. There, I said it.” Following the assassination of Kirk, who was a known ally of former President Donald Trump and co-founder of Turning Point USA, this comment was shared on the platform X (formerly known as Twitter) by the user @MostlyPeacefull, which included screenshots from Boliek’s now-deactivated Facebook account.
The Greenville County School District swiftly acted in response to the uproar. Boliek was initially placed on administrative leave prior to his dismissal. The district maintained that his remarks did not align with the standards of professionalism and respect expected from its staff members. This incident led to public outcry and condemnation from various U.S. lawmakers, including Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman, who underscored the unsuitability of Boliek’s comments for someone in a teaching role.
Upon concluding their investigation, officials from the Greenville County School District confirmed that Boliek was no longer employed by the district on the same day they denounced his comments. School Board Member Lynda Leventis-Wells indicated plans to recommend the revocation of Boliek’s teaching certificate in South Carolina, emphasizing the importance of accountability for those who work with children.
Additionally, South Carolina’s Lt. Governor Pamela Evette and U.S. Rep. William Timmons joined the chorus of condemnation, arguing that anyone who expresses approval of the loss of human life is unfit to work in any capacity dealing with children.
Boliek, who had been teaching since 2011, described his approach to social studies as focused on civics, government, and political processes, often integrating material from popular culture such as segments from “The West Wing.” The specifics regarding whether his exit was a result of termination or voluntary resignation were not disclosed by the school district, which cited personnel confidentiality in their communications.
Following Boliek’s firing, his online presence appeared to be eliminated, with no active accounts found on Facebook. The incident has raised concerns about the responsibilities and expectations for educators, particularly in maintaining a standard of conduct that safeguards the integrity of the learning environment.
As this situation unfolds, it continues to highlight the ongoing discussions around educators’ expressions of beliefs in public forums and their implications for their professional roles. The Greenville County School District has reiterated its commitment to ensuring that its staff acts in line with its educational values and the well-being of its students.
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- WBTV
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Greenville County
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- Google Search: Charlie Kirk assassination news
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