Backtalk: Educate, don’t erase

When hate-fueled acts of vandalism or violence happen, school leaders’ impulse is often to sweep them away as quickly as possible. Todd Pittinsky encourages them to use these incidents as opportunities to educate. Students and community members may not be aware of the antisemitism and other forms of hate within their own communities and going public can serve as a wake-up call. Creating educational events in response can give students a sense of empowerment.