Key facts
- A revised lawsuit claims Lucca van der Woude told a Jewish peer to 'Die in an oven'.
- The alleged incident occurred in 2020.
- Black parents at Harvard-Westlake School are reportedly upset about the school's handling of discrimination.
- Parents are questioning the school's accountability and actions taken.
A revised lawsuit filed by water polo player Aidan Romain alleges that in 2020, former Harvard-Westlake student Lucca van der Woude told a Jewish peer words to the effect of: “Die in an oven.” The lawsuit brings to light serious allegations of antisemitism within the school's athletic community. Concurrently, Black parents at Harvard-Westlake School have expressed anger regarding the institution's perceived lack of accountability in addressing discrimination. These parents are seeking assurance that the school is taking appropriate action, though they remain uncertain about the specific measures being implemented.