Governor Wes Moore has condemned the antisemitic graffiti discovered last week at Greenwood Elementary School in Brookeville, calling the incident unacceptable and reaffirming the state’s commitment to combating hate.
“I unequivocally condemn the antisemitic graffiti at Greenwood Elementary School in Olney; such hate has no place in our schools or our state, especially as we begin Jewish American Heritage Month,” Moore said in a statement. “Ensuring my people feel safe where they live, work, worship, and learn remains my greatest priority. Our administration is working closely with local authorities to combat this hate and stomp out antisemitism in all its forms.”
As previously reported by on May 2, Montgomery County Public Schools officials launched an investigation after antisemitic graffiti was discovered overnight at Greenwood Elementary School.
According to a letter sent to families by Principal Jennifer Seidel, the graffiti was found on a wall near the kitchen entrance and on metal covering near the building’s roof line. The vandalism included an expletive, anti-Israel messaging, references to Israeli leadership, and an image of the Star of David. Additional harmful language was also reported near the roof line.
The incident was reported to MCPS security and the Montgomery County Department of Police, with officials reviewing surveillance footage as part of the investigation. MCPS noted that recent upgrades to the school’s camera system may assist investigators in identifying those responsible.
School officials said the graffiti would be covered immediately, with permanent removal and cleaning completed before students and staff returned to campus Monday. Counselors and psychologists were also made available to support students and staff impacted by the incident, while MCPS security increased patrols around the school.
