Antisemitic Vandalism: Swastikas Carved Into Table At Carmel HS

CARMEL, NY — Another incident of antisemitic vandalism has been found at a Hudson Valley high school that has already seen school property marred with disturbing hate messages in recent weeks.

A swastika was discovered Wednesday carved into the leg of a lab table at Carmel High School, according to district officials. A swastika and the words "Adolf Hitler" on the tennis courts were found at the same school in September. .

"We, as the Board of Education, recognize that these are not isolated incidents, and condemn in the strongest possible terms this antisemitic vandalism," the district said in a statement. "We remain committed to fostering a safe learning environment free from all racism, discrimination and harassment, and with accountability for those who would seek to intimidate any members of our community."

The district said the acts of hate "go against all the values we strive to embody in our schools and our community."

School administrators are urging anyone with information about the antisemitic vandalism to come forward.

"The Carmel Central School District is committed to fostering a district that places diversity, equity, and inclusion as our cornerstone, promoting the fair treatment and participation of all students," district officials said. "We stand behind the district administration’s work to use the opportunity of this hateful act to educate our entire student body in acceptance and inclusion. We will do everything within our power to ensure that this incident of hate is addressed, and we will continue to do the work that ensures that all of our students are safe and respected in all of our schools."