Fort Worth ISD is launching a third-party investigation after students reportedly shouted racial slurs at a high school football game.
Fort Worth ISD is launching a third-party investigation after students reportedly shouted racial slurs at a high school football game at Farrington Field, pictured here.In a statement this week, the school board said an independent examination will follow the district’s internal investigation, which was unable to identify the responsible students. The board said it was appalled by the incident and that those involved could face suspension, expulsion or other disciplinary measures.At a Sept.
Some students said at a news conference after the game that nearby adults did not intervene as students yelled slurs. Nearly 94% of students at North Side are Latino, compared to 52% at Arlington Heights, according to state data.“It really upsets me that North Side students were first subjected to this behavior and now feel too discouraged to go through the investigation again,” the trustee wrote. “Our students should NEVER have to experience racism, misogyny and hate.
“We will not let racist incidents like these go unchecked. We will continue to fight for a safe and inclusive environment for all students in FWISD,” the statement said. “It’s crucial that we are united against racism in FWISD and demand better from our school district!”Sarah Bahari Sarah Bahari is a trending news reporter. She previously worked as a writer for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, where she covered a bit of everything.
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