HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. - The Hollidaysburg Area School District is investigating a video posted to social media that contains racist language that appears to have originated from a student within the district.
According to a post from the district, school officials said they have been in contact with local law enforcement about the video an are looking to take swift and appropriate action.
"The Hollidaysburg Area School District is deeply disturbed by the offensive actions and related social media posting which appears to have originated from one of our students," reads a post to the district's Facebook page.
"This behavior is an embarrassment to our students, staff and community and we sincerely apologize for all who are offended by the abhorrent behavior of those involved."
6 News has obtained the post in question and it shows a student writing a racial slur on a white board.
The video also shows a drawing on the whiteboard that is also derogatory in nature.
No teacher or staff member is seen in the video.
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