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'It is atrocious': Mother claims antisemitism in Sweet Home District schools

Posted at 4:46 PM, Oct 27, 2023
and last updated 2023-10-28 13:06:05-04

BUFFALO, NY — Shoshana Milich has taken her children out of the Sweet Home School District due to antisemitic remarks from students.

7 News reporter Jaurdyn Johnson spoke to Milich about her concerns.

"They don't feel safe and I cannot blame them because I wouldn't feel safe myself," said Milich.

Her two kids have not gone to school since last week after a video circulated on social media showing a student ripping down the Israeli flag which hangs beside other nations in the foyer of the Sweet Home High School.

Milich said she has filed a complaint with the district and is demanding her children be taught from home.

"I have requested that my children and any child affected by this be given home instruction until there is a remedy," said Milich.

Sweet Home Superintendent Michael Ginestre said the district cannot comment on ongoing investigations but said they are taking Milich's claims seriously.

"Our School District is operating smoothly, but we all take claims like that seriously," said Ginestre.