Students at Lutheran High School accused of making monkey noises, whipping belts at Black students at football game
- Posted on October 7, 2026
- By The Denver Post
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In brief
A serious incident of racial harassment has emerged at Lutheran High School in Colorado Springs, where Black cheerleaders faced discriminatory behavior during a football game. Multiple witnesses, including four cheerleaders and coaching staff, reported disturbing conduct from students and community members. The alleged incidents included racist epithets, dehumanizing gestures, and offensive name-calling targeting the visiting team's performers. School authorities are investigating the matter as concerns grow about systemic racism and inclusivity within the athletic community.
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Students at Lutheran High School accused of making monkey noises, whipping belts at Black students at football game
Four cheerleaders from the Colorado Springs school and their coach alleged Lutheran students and community members called Black cheerleaders “Harriet Tubman,” made monkey noises and used racist slurs.
