- Today
- Holidays
- Birthdays
- Reminders
- Cities
- Atlanta
- Austin
- Baltimore
- Berwyn
- Beverly Hills
- Birmingham
- Boston
- Brooklyn
- Buffalo
- Charlotte
- Chicago
- Cincinnati
- Cleveland
- Columbus
- Dallas
- Denver
- Detroit
- Fort Worth
- Houston
- Indianapolis
- Knoxville
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- Louisville
- Madison
- Memphis
- Miami
- Milwaukee
- Minneapolis
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- New York
- Omaha
- Orlando
- Philadelphia
- Phoenix
- Pittsburgh
- Portland
- Raleigh
- Richmond
- Rutherford
- Sacramento
- Salt Lake City
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- San Jose
- Seattle
- Tampa
- Tucson
- Washington
Pepper Pike Today
By the People, for the People
Pepper Pike Parents Demand Action Over Alleged Antisemitic Posts by School Aide
Families call for swift response after social media posts linked to district employee prompt student solidarity at Brady Middle School.
Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:06pm
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›
The student solidarity gesture of wearing Jewish star necklaces reflects the lasting impact of alleged antisemitic social media posts linked to a school employee.Pepper Pike TodayParents in the Orange City School District in Pepper Pike, Ohio, packed a special board meeting on Monday, demanding answers and action after allegedly antisemitic social media posts were traced to a district paraprofessional. Families said Jewish students at Brady Middle School responded by wearing Stars of David and other Jewish star necklaces on campus as a show of solidarity, and they urged the district to handle the issue with 'urgency and seriousness' while temporarily removing the employee from the classroom during the investigation.
Why it matters
The incident has raised concerns about antisemitism in the school community and the district's response, with parents calling for transparency and a clear timeline as officials decide on appropriate actions and support for affected students.
The details
According to families, the posts included false historical claims and inflammatory language that they deemed antisemitic in nature. Parents cited a post that paired an image of Anne Frank with a statement such as 'Israel must be stopped,' saying that combination 'becomes dangerous.' The district confirmed it had opened an investigation into the posts, which it described as 'discriminatory and antisemitic in nature.' While district officials said they could not comment on personnel matters due to confidentiality, parents urged the board to take swift action and support students who have been impacted.
- On April 10, the district superintendent notified families of the investigation into the posts.
- On April 13, Jewish students at Brady Middle School wore Jewish star necklaces in a show of solidarity.
The players
Lynn Campbell
The superintendent of the Orange City School District.
Sharon Naveh
A parent in the Orange City School District.
Sarah Schwarz
A parent in the Orange City School District.
Brady Middle School
A middle school in the Orange City School District located in Pepper Pike, Ohio.
Orange City School District
The school district serving the Pepper Pike, Ohio community.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee
What’s next
The district says the situation remains under investigation and that any steps taken will follow applicable personnel and legal rules. Parents said they expect further updates at upcoming school board meetings.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of addressing antisemitism in schools and the importance of swift, transparent, and comprehensive responses from district leaders to support affected students and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.
