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‘Blacks only,’ ‘whites only’ signs posted on Colerain HS water fountains, parents say

'Let’s make a change. Let’s speak on this stuff. Let’s stop hiding it.'

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‘Let’s make a change. Let’s speak on this stuff. Let’s stop hiding it.’

Highlights

  • Signs appeared on the fountains at Colerain High School appeared to segregate the water founts along racial lines.
  • School officials confirm the signs were posted May 5.
  • Northwest Local School District calls the incident “unacceptable on all levels” and a deviation from the district’s “culture of inclusivity, respect, kindness and compassion for everyone” A spokesperson claims the students involved have been issued “significant” disciplinary actions.
  • The parents say in order for students to process information like this, they need to be able to talk about it openly without the chilling threat of censure from above.