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FLORENCE, S.C. — Civil rights activists say Florence 1 Schools should have notified parents and the community about a sexual assault at West Florence High School.
A 16-year-old special education student at West Florence High School was allegedly raped by another 17-year-old special education student on Nov. 8. The 16-year-old's lawyers are pursuing action against those involved.
The report said the 16-year-old student was trembling and stated that "someone had pulled her into the bathroom and raped her."
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Experts at the event emphasized the importance of parents paying attention to their children’s behavior, and being alert for emotional changes.