COFFEE COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) — Officials with Coffee County Schools are addressing a new “creepy” social media trend.

The school district posted on Facebook Monday, Aug. 31 to let parents know they are aware of the trend. School officials say the Cat in the Hat trend is a viral sensation circulating social media right now involving a “creepy” Cat in the Hat character claiming to be coming to certain schools in states all across the country.

The posts encourage kids to mimic them with images of their particular school.

Law enforcement has determined the viral posts are a hoax, school officials say. Coffee County Schools says parents should be aware in case their child sees one of these posts or asks about them.

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“Our school security personnel are remaining vigilant regarding the safety of our students and staff. We will continue to monitor the situation and respond appropriately to any legitimate concerns,” school officials said.

“Thank you for partnering with us and for helping us maintain a calm and safe environment for our students. We want to keep you informed without creating unnecessary fear, and we hope this clarification helps provide some peace of mind.”

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