It was one year ago, almost to the day, at a Purim celebration, where everybody was jokingly ‘shaking hands’ using their elbows. It seemed humorous at the time and only added to the joyous atmosphere of the Purim party. Little did we know then the impact that Covid-19 would have globally, or how rapid the … Continue reading Purim

Every student in a primary school is essentially a big person in a smaller body. Emotions flood through each body moving into and around a school at all times. These emotions affect how children think and make decisions, which is known as our behaviour. Every time a moment of deep sadness and dysregulation (a mini … Continue reading Dealing with emotions

After 14 years of wandering the world I’ve made my way back to Moriah. During this time I have been a Principal in Zurich in Switzerland and at Knox on the North Shore and most recently as Head of School at the Australian International School in Hong Kong. These experiences at the highest quality schools … Continue reading IT IS GREAT TO BE BACK!

This year at Moriah we are embarking on a Positive Education journey, Moriah style. As we start the school year as parents and educators, it is worthwhile reflecting on what empowers our kids to feel the greatest happiness and fulfillment, to be resilient and to face their challenges through school and life with courage and … Continue reading POSITIVE EDUCATION: MORIAH STYLE

As the 2020 school year is coming to a close, our children are looking forward to 1 and 3/4 months of holidays to occupy themselves. This summer, more than any other, is challenging.  Some of the summer camp programs and the overnight youth group movements have not yet returned to normal. Many of our older … Continue reading Raising digitally healthy kids