ADL's research and data on antisemitism provides a bridge between history, current events, and students' lived experiences. Explore the Global 100.

In a world that is increasingly connected through social media, educators often incorporate current events into instruction. While this is an important tool for educators to make learning feel relevant and current for students, it also must be done with thought and care. Many curriculum offerings claim to offer educators resources and guidance on integrating complex current events into their classrooms, like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Sometimes these offerings, while claiming to provide…

Teach for Liberation: Ida in the Middle UnitThrough books, educators are able to support students’ exploration of different points of view, experiences, places, time periods, etc. These are vital offerings in classroom instruction. Sometimes, however, unit plans that purport to offer educators guidance and nuance in presenting materials in their classrooms instead have inaccuracies, bias and misinformation. The guidance below demonstrates how unbalanced unit guides can be problematic…

Educators surveyed in a 2025 RAND study said that after school curricula and U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum materials, YouTube is their most-used supplement for teaching the Holocaust and related Jewish topics. Although its videos are free and visually engaging, their quality varies; for example, Vox’s “The Israel-Palestine Conflict: A Brief, Simple History” can appear more reliable than it is. Vox itself is an American news and opinion website that leans towards the…

In recent years, the education landscape has changed dramatically. With the rise of AI platforms like ChatGPT and resource sharing hubs like Teachers Pay Teachers, there are many organizations and resources that claim to offer quality material—often at no cost.  The rise of these platforms coincides with a change in trends for educators. According to a report from Education Week, the average teacher uses five supplemental resources and two core curricula sources. The report goes on…

Resources to facilitate thoughtful conversations with your students about antisemitism, current events and violence, and how we build more communities that stand up to hate.

Empower K-12 educators to advocate against antisemitism from colleagues, unions, or students. Create safe, inclusive school climates through direct advocacy.

With increased attention on geo-political conflicts, such as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, educators are increasingly being offered professional learning sessions to understand these issues.  Be alert to sessions that present one-sided, anti-Israel narratives as fact without acknowledging the complexity of Middle East conflicts or providing balanced historical context. Additionally, identify professional development training that ignores or minimizes antisemitism as a legitimate form…

Immediate Response and Reporting When educators face antisemitic incidents in the classroom, the first priority is to stop the harm and stabilize the classroom. For guidance on incident response specifically, you can view ADL’s bias incident response guide for educators. While an immediate response is crucial, consistent with governing law and school/district policies, it’s also critical to continue proactive advocacy work – ensuring school leadership strengthens systems…

Understanding the ChallengeSome educators may experience antisemitism and anti-Israel bias within their unions. Unfortunately, such situations have become increasingly common, with antisemitism rising within academic, professional and organizational spaces through biased resolutions, exclusionary practices and overt hostility toward Jewish, Israeli and members perceived to be supportive of the state of Israel. The growing level of antisemitic activity within teachers' unions, particularly…

This portion of the toolkit will equip educators with the necessary steps to support students who are facing antisemitism

This portion of the educator advocacy toolkit will equip educators with the skills to handle problematic situations with colleagues.

A resource for alumni and donors to know how to address antisemitism and foster Jewish inclusion in their schools.Understanding the Urgency: Antisemitism in Independent K-12 SchoolsRecent data from ADL’s report on antisemitism and Jewish inclusion in U.S. independent/private K-12 schools underscores the critical need for donor and alumni advocacy: 45.3% of surveyed independent school parents said their children had experienced or witnessed some form of antisemitism in school since…

Antisemitic incidents in K-12 schools harm more than Jewish students – they erode safety, belonging, and trust for everyone in the school community. When any form of hate takes root, it normalizes intolerance, distracts from learning, and signals to students that some peers are less worthy of dignity and respect. This resource is for parents, caregivers and community members who want to counter antisemitism in their schools or districts but aren’t sure where to start, or how to be…

Empower parents, caregivers and families of Jewish students with resources to proactively engage with school leaders and enhance student experiences.

Independent K-12 schools play a critical role in shaping not only academic excellence but also the moral and social values of future generations. Since October 7, Jewish students and families in K-12 schools have experienced a disturbing rise in antisemitism – making it clear that schools must take clear, decisive action. This includes having zero indifference toward antisemitism – particularly antisemitic symbols and antisemitic classroom content, which are increasingly becoming…