Pearl River students accused of making racist taunts again

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May 19, 2022, 9:30amUpdated 1 hour ago

By: News 12 Staff

For the second time in several months, a racist incident has occurred between the same two Hudson Valley schools.

Once again Pearl River students are accused of racist behavior towards Nyack students during an athletic event, this time it happened during a recent track meet.

While not detailing exactly what was said or done, school officials from both districts have released statements.

Pearl River School Superintendent Dr. Marco Pochintesta sent out a letter saying they have identified the students involved in making “anti-Black remarks during this month’s event and those actions have led to serious consequences for the students.”

Nyack School Superintendent Eudes S. Budhai also sent out a letter stating “the district is pressing for expedited action and accountability from the Pearl River School District while exploring all legal recourse possible to safeguard athletes from any future acts of racism and emotional harm.

In February, Pearl River students were caught on video making monkey noises at a Black player from Nyack during a basketball game.

Nyack school officials also say they are looking at any options available to them through the state’s high school athletic association.

Pearl River school officials say they are also forming an Equity Task Force to address the issues.

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