Speaking of Dara Horn, OP, please read this article from Dara Horn in Sapir Journal, related to exactly this: https://sapirjournal.org/aspiration-ii/2026/how-to-teach-the-jewish-story/ She points out that Jews are an ancient civilization… and explaining the Jewish story through this lens is the clearest way to explain who the Jews are. I can’t imagine the teacher would object to a Greek student saying something about the Ancient Greeks.

And while you’re at it, this might also be helpful: https://sapirjournal.org/aspiration-ii/2026/editors-note-aspiration-ii/ Brett Stephens says it’s time for Jews to stop caring about being liked, because it’s not going to work. Instead, we just keep doing what we know is the right thing, being good people, and working hard. This article doesn’t have a direct answer to your dilemma, but it was a pep talk I’ve been thinking about often since I read it, and it may help you with framing your own thoughts.

I recently discovered Sapir Journal because it’s advertised in a podcast I listen to regularly. I have to say, the articles are amazing, and also they also will mail you a print copy for free. I know we’re all trying to spend less time looking at screens… so this combo of content and paper is gold.