We are so proud of our Year 10 students who were given the opportunity to participate in a range of end-of-year Chesed initiatives. Over two days, they embraced the spirit of chesed (kindness) through their support of local charities. From packing hampers to baking cookies, their efforts made a meaningful impact on the community while … Continue reading Reinforcing the strong Jewish value of giving back

Written by Rabbi Gad Krebs, College Rabbi Three mitzvot focus exclusively on publicising a miracle: reading the Megillah on Purim, drinking four cups of wine at the Pesach Seder, and lighting the Chanukah candles. Since the purpose of these mitzvot is to proclaim the miracle, we are obligated to perform them as publicly as possible. … Continue reading The radiance of the Chanukah lights

Written by Lynda Fisher, Head of Primary School, in conversation with Tamar Balkin, Year 5 Team Leader Year 5 students embarked on an unforgettable leadership camp filled with excitement and adventure. They soared through the sky on the flying fox, scaled the towering wall during rock climbing, and balanced their way to the top in … Continue reading Character, Courage, and Canoes: Year 5 Leadership Camp 

Written by Talya Wiseman, Head of Jewish Life (High School) Years ago, when I studied Jewish Education at Hebrew University in Jerusalem, I met a non-Jewish woman in the same program. When asked why she was pursuing a degree in Jewish Education, her answer always stayed with me. "I want to learn the secret of … Continue reading The Power of Jewish Education