A Georgia trainer is on the heart of an investigation attributable to seemingly saying the N-word in a TikTok video.
WSB-TV reported that the unnamed Indian Creek Elementary College second-grade trainer participated in a viral “after all” development that mocks particular stereotypes.
Within the video posted by @derrickdicaprio in January, two males commute, making jokes about their interracial friendship, however sure feedback didn’t sit properly with the group or the NAACP.
“We’re interracial finest buddies. When he calls me his *bleep,* I really feel so alive,” the person stated within the video, which has garnered over 12 million views.
“We’re interracial finest buddies. In fact, my household owned his household,” he later added.
“We’re interracial finest buddies. Every time we buy groceries, I do know they’re not taking a look at me,” he stated.
Dad and mom weren’t too keen on the video, and Georgia NAACP President Gerald Griggs instructed the native information station that it was offensive and condemned the utilization of the racial slur.
“At no level ought to the phrase, the N-word, be utilized in any kind or vogue by anybody, not to mention a trainer of any capability. It’s not a phrase that ought to be used, interval. It’s a phrase that brings up so many feelings, so many damaging connotations,” Griggs stated. It’s regarding that within the local weather that we’re in proper now, individuals really feel comfy utilizing that sort of language; there’s no excuse for it.”
Atlanta Black Star reached out to the DeKalb County College District for remark, however in an announcement to WSB-TV, officers stated an investigation is ongoing.
“The varsity administration and District are investigating a social media posting made by an worker of Indian Creek Elementary College that features offensive statements made by the worker,” the district stated. “The District and Indian Creek Elementary College anticipate all workers to be optimistic function fashions for our kids and can reply appropriately at any time when that expectation shouldn’t be met.”
Final 12 months, a Kansas trainer was fired for his humorous skits on TikTok for violating his college district’s social media coverage. The day he was let go from his job, he totally dedicated to his slapstick comedian profession and scheduled a tour.
