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Racist And Homophobic Graffiti Found In Gender-Neutral Bathroom Stall At Arlington Highschool

Principal Matthew Janger wrote, "Vandalism, graffiti, and degrading language are harmful to our school and community."

(Kathleen Culliton/Patch)

March 12, 2023

ARLINGTON — Racist and homophobic graffiti was found in an Arlington High School bathroom Wednesday.

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Racist and homophobic slurs were found written on a gender-neutral stall in one of the high school's bathrooms and remained visible for part of the school day on Wednesday before school officials became aware of the graffiti and removed it.

Principal Matthew Janger condemned the incident in a community-wide statement on Friday, stating that behavior of this kind is not tolerated at the school.

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