Hitler Photo in Yearbook Shocks School

A Bergen County middle school has recalled yearbooks from students following the discovery of a photograph of Adolf Hitler. East Brook Middle School in Paramus learned on June 25, 2026, that an image identified as Hitler's infant photograph appeared in the yearbook's baby pictures section. The school immediately initiated a collection of all distributed yearbooks to prevent further circulation of the offensive image. Principal Ryan Aupperlee communicated to families that the yearbook's contents breached school values, emphasizing that any image of Hitler is unacceptable due to his representation of hatred, antisemitism, and the Holocaust.

The school administration is actively collaborating with law enforcement to investigate how the photograph was included in the official publication. Aupperlee assured families that efforts are underway to produce and distribute a corrected yearbook promptly. Specifics regarding the distribution plan and handling of previously signed yearbooks will be communicated shortly. The incident occurred on the last day of school, June 25, 2026, and the school reaffirms its commitment to fostering an environment of respect and dignity.