CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Officials at Ardrey Kell High School are investigating vandalism to the school's spirit rock that included references to slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk , who was fatally shot at a Utah university on Wednesday.

Principal Susan Nichols notified families on Sunday that the rock in front of the school was painted over the weekend. Photos of the rock showed that the rock was painted with the message "Long Live Kirk," along with the names "Gabby," "Lilly," and "Logan," the message "Freedom 1776," and an American flag.

School officials said the vandalism was not authorized or sponsored by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and violates the district's student conduct code. Students found responsible for the vandalism could face disciplinary action.

Kirk, a popular conserv

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