Rockwall ISD leaders condemn antisemitic flag found at Heath High; community leaders call for accountability
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Rockwall ISD publicly condemned the display of an antisemitic flag found on the Rockwall Heath High School campus and said it is working with law enforcement and municipal officials on an active investigation.
The Rockwall Independent School District on Aug. 18 publicly condemned the display of an antisemitic flag found at Rockwall Heath High School and said the district is working with law enforcement and municipal officials on an investigation.
Board President Frank Consselman said at the start of the meeting: "The display of an anti Semitic flag on our campus is a hateful act that does not reflect the values of our district, period. Acts of anti Semitism or any form of hate for that matter have no place in our schools or in our community." He thanked students who reported the incident and said the flags were removed "promptly" after being discovered at approximately 6:40 a.m. Saturday.
Community response and calls for action: Several public commenters asked the district to make clear safety and accountability steps. Brian McNeil, mayor of McClendon Chisholm, told trustees that silence is not an option and quoted Dietrich Bonhoeffer, saying, "Silence in the face of evil is itself evil. God will not hold us guiltless." He expressed support for the Heath mayor and law enforcement as they investigate.
Other residents who spoke described fear and trauma in the wake of the display and urged the district to respond with both clear condemnation and educational steps. Kacen Huddleston said the flag "represents genocide, the persecution of millions," and urged the district to pair a firm response with educational programming so the community understands why such symbols are unacceptable.
What district leaders said they would do: The board thanked local law enforcement and municipal officials and asked the public to provide tips and information to help identify those responsible. The initial public statement emphasized support for students and for the district's Jewish families.
What this does not yet include: The board's public remarks described cooperation with law enforcement but did not announce criminal charges or identify suspects at the meeting. Trustees and commenters repeatedly urged investigation and accountability; the district said the investigation is ongoing and encouraged witnesses to come forward.
Sources: Opening remarks at the Aug. 18, 2025 Rockwall ISD board meeting and public comments from local officials and residents.