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Chairman Aaron Bean of the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education has announced a hearing titled "Confronting Pervasive Antisemitism in K-12 Schools" to address the recent surge in antisemitic incidents in schools. Speaking about the issue, Chairman Bean expressed his concern over the lack of action from district leaders in ensuring a safe learning environment for Jewish teachers and students.

“Antisemitic incidents have exploded in K-12 schools following Hamas’ horrific October 7 attack. Jewish teachers, students, and faculty have been denied a safe learning environment and forced to contend with antisemitic agitators due to district leaders’ inaction,” said Chairman Bean.

The hearing is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 10:15 a.m. in the 2175 Rayburn House Office Building. Credentialed media interested in covering the event are required to RSVP to Elissa.Tew@mail.house.gov. Additionally, the hearing will be live-streamed on the Committee’s YouTube page.

Chairman Bean emphasized the importance of holding school district leaders accountable for their failure to address the rise of antisemitism in K-12 schools. The upcoming hearing aims to shed light on the issue and ensure the safety of Jewish students and teachers in educational settings.