‘Hitler’s plan should have worked’: Antisemitic harassment sparks lawsuit against Seattle school

The family of a former Nathan Hale High School student is suing the school after the student was allegedly subjected to “rampant antisemitism” throughout the campus.

The student, now 15 years old, was a freshman at Nathan Hale High and has since transferred to a different school.

According to the lawsuit, the student was the victim of multiple incidents of harassment, including antisemitic remarks such as “Hitler’s plan should have worked” and “I hate the Jews.” The student also received death threats, and another student spat on them.

These acts of aggression happened throughout the school year, specifically after Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

Student needed a security escort

A specific instance was cited in the lawsuit on May 22, just before summer break, when several students tried to repeatedly lure the student away from class into the hallway throughout the day. By her final class, according to KING 5, a group of about 20 students had gathered outside her classroom, demanding she come out.

The teacher was forced to lock the door in response. The student had to be escorted by a security guard, with the school requiring an adult to accompany her at all times while on campus for the remainder of the school year.

The lawsuit accuses the school’s principal, William Jackson, and vice principal, Makela Steward-Monroe, of failing to meaningfully intervene or protect the student.

“SPS will review and address these allegations,” the Seattle Public Schools District told KING 5. “The district remains dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all students, and does not tolerate racism, discrimination, or violence in any form.”