Overview

• Students at Mt. Nebo Middle School in Utah staged walkouts protesting against peers dressing as 'furries,' claiming disruptive behavior including biting and barking.
• The school district has consistently denied the presence of 'furries' at the school, attributing student attire to typical youthful expression such as headbands with ears.
• Blaze Media and other right-leaning outlets have reported on alleged incidents and parental concerns, while the district and some media have labeled the claims as rumors.
• A significant number of parents and students are demanding action, with petitions circulating and public protests drawing media attention.
• The controversy has sparked a broader debate on school policies, student behavior, and media coverage of such events.