Missouri student suspended for posting AK-47-like Dr. Pepper can arrangement on social media.

A Liberty Middle School student in Missouri was suspended for posting a photo of a Dr. Pepper can arrangement resembling an AK-47 on social media, which school authorities believed instilled fear among peers. The school's superintendent, Lana Tharp, defended the decision, emphasizing safety. In contrast, the student's mother criticized the suspension, arguing that children should be free to express themselves creatively without facing harsh consequences.

September 23, 2024
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