Staff Report / September 25, 2025
NAPLES, N.Y. – A Naples Central School District staff member who was recently placed on administrative leave following controversial social media posts about the death of activist Charlie Kirk has officially resigned.
The decision comes just one week after community tensions escalated, with protesters gathering outside Naples Town Hall near the high school. Demonstrators played recordings of Kirk’s speeches while urging the district to take permanent action against the employee.
In a letter to families, Superintendent Kevin Swartz confirmed the resignation and emphasized that the matter has now been closed. He also expressed gratitude to students and staff, noting their resilience and commitment to beginning the school year on a positive note. Swartz highlighted the district’s smooth transition into new policies restricting the use of internet-enabled devices during the school day.
