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Teachers' Halloween Costumes Ignite Controversy at Cienega High

11/2/2025

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The Halloween costumes at Cienega High School sparked outrage after math teachers wore T-shirts with fake blood and 'Problem Solved,' which some parents linked to Charlie Kirk.
John Carruth, superintendent of Vail School District, said the shirts were purchased last year for math-themed costumes and were not intended to reference any political event.
Despite the clarification, many community members criticized the teachers as unprofessional, and Carruth condemned personal attacks.

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The Halloween costumes at Cienega High School sparked outrage after math teachers wore T-shirts with fake blood and 'Problem Solved,' which some parents linked to Charlie Kirk.
John Carruth, superintendent of Vail School District, said the shirts were purchased last year for math-themed costumes and were not intended to reference any political event.
Despite the clarification, many community members criticized the teachers as unprofessional, and Carruth condemned personal attacks.