David Banks, the chancellor of the New York City Public Schools, has spoken out against a disturbing incident that occurred at Hillcrest High School in Queens last fall. Reports emerged of a pro-Israel teacher who allegedly hid from hundreds of protesting students for hours, prompting strong condemnation from Banks.
Banks unequivocally denounced the incident as an act of antisemitism, emphasizing that such behavior will not be tolerated under his leadership. He expressed his personal connection to Hillcrest High School, having graduated from there, and took decisive action in response to the incident.
