Schools

Derogatory Sign Appears as ‘Senior Prank’ at South Forsyth HS

Images of the sign have gone viral on the Internet via social media.

Officials from Forsyth County Schools are investigating a ‘senior prank’ in which a sign with a derogatory term was draped across a South Forsyth High School building on Wednesday.

As Fox 5 News reports, the sign read, "N***A we made it!" The message, which is a lyric from a song by rap artist Drake, was also written on windows at the school.

Images of the sign have gone viral on the Internet via social media.

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On Wednesday, school officials responded this statement:

"South Forsyth High School Parents: This morning, without our knowledge, students placed a derogatory sign with a verse from a song by Drake on our school as a senior prank. We removed it as soon as it was brought to our attention and deeply apologize for their behavior. This is unacceptable and I promise you that the students will receive the appropriate consequences for their actions."

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