JCPS 'reviewing' video showing teacher using 'racially insensitive' language

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The principal of Louisville Male High School said school staff are investigating a video that surfaced purportedly showing a teacher using "inappropriate and racially insensitive language" in the classroom.

The admission came in a letter, dated May 26, from Dr. William Foster, the principal at Male.

"It came to our attention that a video has surfaced involving a teacher at our school," Foster said. "Its contents include the teacher using inappropriate and racially insensitive language. We are taking this matter seriously. I want to assure you that we are reviewing this matter, and following JCPS policies and procedures in that process."

WDRB is in possession of a video that was provided by a viewer. A portion of the video appears to show an adult berating a student, referring to his behavior as "f***ing m**key, s***,” adding that, “one of your names must be n***** and the other must be m**key.”

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