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The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel's first University and a symbol of the Jewish nation's nation's cultural rebirth in its ancestral homeland, is a multidisciplinary institution of higher learning and research. It is a scientific center of international repute. Thousands of young Israelis receive a university education with an accent on excellence, where advanced post-graduate study and research are of great focus. Special programs attract a large number of overseas students to pursue degrees or earn credits for transfer. This is a University with a three-fold function: to serve the State of Israel by training its scientific, educational and professional workforce to serve the Jewish people by preserving and expanding the Jewish cultural, spiritual and intellectual heritage and to serve humanity by extending the frontiers of knowledge as Hebrew University's affiliate office in Australia, the Australian Friends of the Hebrew University is responsible for the development of an Alumni program and the growth and development of the Young Friends of the Hebrew University group. The Friends of the Hebrew University office organizes and runs regular social, political, and educational events. As Hebrew University's affiliate office in Australia, the Australian Friends of the Hebrew University is responsible for the development of an Alumni program and the growth and development of the Young Friends of the Hebrew University group. The Friends of the Hebrew University office organizes and runs regular social, political, and educational events. To bring the Hebrew University's name to the fore, raising awareness within the Jewish and general Australian community of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and its academic and research excellence. To raise funds and encourage bequests in support of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, both for specific projects and for the University's general purposes. To provide a medium for exchanging information and literature between Australia and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. To encourage and assist Australian students wishing to undertake study at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. The Hebrew University's influence can be seen in programs such as Melton – the Jewish adult education program, which has proved extremely popular in Sydney and Melbourne, and HIPPY (Home Instruction Program for Preschool Youngsters), the educational program designed to give children from disadvantaged backgrounds a successful start in their school lives. Streams Courses Computer Science Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: From Nand to Tetris Online Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: From Nand to Tetris View full university

At RHA, we have developed a curriculum that is at the cutting-edge of academic innovation. Based on decades of research by the world's best minds in education, our pedagogy inspires students to explore, discover, debate, and imagine – the very skills researchers have identified as essential for becoming original thinkers and principled leaders. We are at the forefront of a shift in education that focus on abstract skills and a partnership in learning between students and educators. What is more, education at RHA goes far beyond academics. What makes us unique is our close-knit and nurturing community, where families celebrate each other's time has and rally together in times of crisis, where older students help our younger children feel like they belong, where staff and faculty know every student, no matter the grade where leadership, integrity, care, and responsibility are cultural cornerstones. These relationships lead to learning that is ingrained and personal. It is no wonder that, nearly 60 years after it was founded, Robbins Hebrew Academy remains at the forefront of Hebrew education in Toronto. Begun in 1957 as the Foundation Day School at Beth Tzedec Congregation, it became the United Synagogue Day School (USDS) as enrollment increased. Today, RHA remains a vital member of the Prizmah Centre for Jewish Day Schools. RHA provides a full integrated Judaic and General Studies program to students from Nursery through Grade 8. Extraordinary things happen at RHA. That is because we see learning as an active, creative process that values curiosity, independent thinking, multiple perspectives, and challenging convention. We are guided by the World Economic Forum's thinking, which outlines 16 core literacies, competencies, and character traits that learners will need in the 21st century. Our activities foster a love of Israel and Jewish identity and culture and fluency in Hebrew. The results speak for themselves. Our students take top spots in global and national competitions – from math to Bible studies, from creative writing to athletics and debate. Our graduates become leaders of industry and institutions (including a Toronto Maple Leafs player) and become committed global citizens who care for their communities and the world around them. Robbins Hebrew Academy is the first Jewish day school in Ontario to be CAIS accredited – the gold standard in educational excellence, putting us in the company of some of Canada's most exceptional independent schools. At Robbins Hebrew Academy (RHA), we equip our students to succeed as global citizens in the 21st century. We are incorporating skills like innovation, perseverance, and collaboration right into our curriculum. Our students explore, discover, debate, and imagine the future through the lens of concrete, real-world problem-solving. We are not just developing minds, but the character of our students. We empower our students to discover their own unique Jewish identity while building their role in making the world a better place. RHA is also Ontario's first Jewish school to be recognized for excellence in education through CAIS accreditation (Canadian Accredited Independent Schools). Kids want a place where they can explore their world and express their creativity. Parents want nurturing educators who inspire a love of learning right from the very start. RHA's early year's program is designed to apply best practices in early childhood education with substantiated research-based practices worldwide. What does this look like in the classroom? Students are exploring in small groups; critical thinking conversations are being explored; differentiation is evident through small group learning. The classroom is the 'third teacher,' bringing the outside environment to the classroom and providing provocations to enhance inquiry and exploration. Teaching that allows children to express themselves in a multitude of ways that are meaningful to them. Our Judaic Studies program highlights the joy of Jewish learning and inspires a spiritual and meaningful connection. Our General Studies and Judaic Studies program is designed to instill a critically thoughtful engagement in learning through integrated units of study while providing the essential skills in the academic areas taught. The children are encouraged to ask questions, investigate, and come to their conclusions with our teachers' guidance. Our nurturing staff offers encouragement, support, and challenge that is based on knowing every child. The children use an inquiry-based approach to explore 5-6 units per year, integrating science, social studies, and language arts in General Studies. In Judaic Studies, they integrate the calendar cycle of Jewish events, Hebrew Language Arts, and Bible Studies. Critical thinking questions guide the integration of units within a framework of thematic concepts and global educational outcomes. Our curriculum is based on education research about the interconnected nature of knowledge. This means that learning is best acquired when connections can be made to previously acquired knowledge or different curriculum areas; therefore, much of our teaching includes interdisciplinary units. Middle School program designed to meet the unique needs, interests, and talents of students. Significant themes and shared critical thinking questions across General and Judaic Studies frame student inquiry. General Studies curriculum is aligned with the Ontario curriculum and Judaic Studies with a scope and sequence created by staff based on best practices. In conjunction with the Critical Thinking Consortium and the Jewish Theological Seminary. Both programs are inspired by best practices in teaching and learning with a focus on critical thinking. There is an emphasis on learning relationships that encourage children to become lifelong learners as members of the Jewish community and the world. Academic expectations are designed for 21st-century learners and are supported by an enhanced learning environment with technology and library resources. The day begins in a homeroom program where global issues and thoughtful questions provide the context for rich discussions. Students develop a keen awareness of the obligation to repair the world (Tikkun Olam). Leadership Opportunities: From Student Council, the Yearbook Committee, to the Tikkun Olam Committee, there are leadership opportunities for all Middle School students. Depending on their particular interests, students are encouraged to find the role that best suits their interests. View full school

The Hebrew Academy Orange County, where our Preschool through grade twelve students develop a deep love of learning in both General and Judaic studies. Our dedicated staff, teachers, and warm, welcoming community help provide a nurturing yet challenging environment that encourages all students to reach their full potential to act as self-confident, responsible citizens with a strong connection to Israel, Judaism, and the community. Since 1969, The Hebrew Academy of Orange County has provided a full spectrum of academic and preparatory educational opportunities supported by a strong, values-based Judaic Studies program. We provide: Infant care and Preschool K-5 Elementary Middle School High School. The Hebrew Academy is proud of its long history of academic success. We were the first Orthodox Jewish Day School and are still the most extended Jewish Day School in Orange County, offering a full spectrum of college preparatory coursework. In 2003 The Academy was the only Hebrew Day School in the country to be twice awarded the prestigious U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon for academic excellence. The Academy has continuously maintained the highest rating from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges for four decades. The Academy is conveniently located on eleven spacious acres in Huntington Beach, near the 405, 605, and 22 Freeways. We are proud of the outstanding facilities we continue to improve every year, including: WASC and NAEYC accredited infant care and Preschool with a dedicated facility and specially designed, developmentally appropriate playground K-5 elementary school featuring state-of-the-art technology and flexible seating Separate Middle and High school facilities, including a newly renovated High School building Newly renovated state-of-the-art science, technology, and media labs Covered outdoor lunch area adjacent to our Kosher kitchen where hot lunch is served daily Beautifully designed modern library with a vastly extensive collection of hard-to-find Jewish reference books and novels and Newly renovated beautiful Goldsman Sanctuary. Small classes and favorable ratios with instructional aides in K-3 ensure individualized learning in every classroom. Each student is given more teacher time in our small size classes. At the Hebrew Academy Orange County, Preschool through grade twelve, students develop a deep love of learning in general and Judaic studies. Our dedicated staff, teachers, and warm, welcoming community provide a nurturing, stimulating, and challenging environment that encourages all students to reach their full potential to act as self-confident, responsible citizens with a strong connection to their Judaism, Israel, and community. View full school

HAFTR High School offers a warm, Torah-rich, student-centered environment where students enjoy a dual curriculum of intensive Judaic studies and rigorous academics in the humanities and sciences. A carefully developed, challenging course of study is designed to foster creative and independent thought and facilitate students' success in the finest yeshivot and universities. Our wide array of extracurricular activities and clubs gives students numerous opportunities to engage and excel in community service, cultural arts, athletics, student government, religious and political activism, and academic competition and research. We inculcate our students with an appreciation of Torah values and our American heritage. Our graduates become productive members of society and articulate, dedicated Orthodox Jews who are passionately committed to being model citizens and advocates for the Jewish people. HAFTR High School offers a wide range of activities, including scholastic teams, cultural clubs and programs, recreational clubs, athletic teams, community service, and chesed projects. College Bowl, Torah Bowl, Mock Trial, Debate, Math Team, and the Science and Engineering Institute are many academically oriented clubs and teams. Our cultural clubs include our renowned drama department, photography, girls' choir, art, political films, and the student newspaper, The Tattler. We encourage every student to participate in clubs and programs that reflect his or her interests and passions. Participation in clubs allows students to meet students from different classes and grades who share common interests. Also, clubs afford students the chance to develop their skills and talents in particular areas. Furthermore, involvement in clubs creates opportunities for students to take school leadership roles. HAFTR High School is deeply committed to facilitating every student's academic, social, emotional, and religious growth, and are aesthetically beautiful and efficient Center for Student Services reflects this commitment. The Center for Student Services houses the HAFTR High School Achievement Center offices and classrooms, the school's Resource Room, the Test Accommodations Center, and the offices of all of the personnel who work with students to provide academic, social, or another type of support. The offices of HAFTR High School's Director of Student Services, Achievement Center teachers, school psychologists, and social workers are all located in the Center for Student Services. The Center enables all of the Student Services professionals to be effective and accessible to students, parents, and colleagues. The goal of College Guidance is to assist you throughout the college admissions process. College Guidance makes recommendations based upon personal aspirations and talents, academic average and program, standardized test scores, Orthodox campus life, area of academic interest, extracurricular activities, geographical preferences, and personal finances. College is a match to be made, not a prize to be won. Recommendations may include the selection of a particular school within a college or university. College admission has become increasingly competitive. Students should broaden their choices whenever possible. College Guidance will continue to recommend other schools where we feel our students can maintain an Orthodox lifestyle. For example, this year, HAFTR students applied to Brown University, Drexel University, Northwestern University, Penn State University, Rice University, Rutgers University, Syracuse University, Vanderbilt University, University of Connecticut, University of Delaware, University of Miami, University of Michigan, and schools to which they had very infrequently applied in the past. In addition to assisting seniors in every step of the college admissions process, our expanded College Guidance team provides guidance services to all students in the freshman, sophomore, and junior classes. Each student is assigned to one counselor, who monitors the individual student's academic progress, guides the student in course selection, assists the student in Naviance, and introduces the student to the college search process. View full school

At Barrack, we are a family of dedicated teachers, students, parents, community members, and alumni. As a pluralistic school, we are dedicated to providing a challenging and inspiring education for our students, integrating humanities, the sciences, and Jewish studies in a trans-denominational and nurturing setting. We are a school that emphasizes the importance of building a diverse and inclusive community where all students are valued and welcomed. In September of 1946, our School, then known as Akiba Hebrew Academy, opened its doors as the first pluralistic Jewish secondary School. In this place, students experienced learning as a process of problem-solving self-discovery. Today, we continue to encourage our students to become critical and creative thinkers, understanding that questions are more important than answers in their journey of intellectual, creative, and spiritual growth. Forging strong ties with Israel is another hallmark of a Barrack education. Our 8th graders spend almost two weeks on an interdisciplinary fun-filled Israel experience. Our 11th graders have a unique opportunity to study abroad during their junior year at the Alexander Muss High School outside of Tel Aviv. They return with a lifelong commitment to Israel and pride in their heritage. Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school for students in grades six through twelve from various backgrounds. The School integrates a comprehensive and rigorous college preparatory curriculum to teach essential Jewish and American values and texts. Barrack graduates value diversity, celebrate the richness of Judaism's language, culture, and history, and have a strong connection to Israel. Barrack prepares future leaders of the American, Jewish and global communities who work for a better world through acts of justice and compassion. Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy, an independent pluralistic community day school, was founded in 1946 as Akiba Hebrew Academy by a group of public-minded Jewish citizens, lay and professional, who were deeply concerned about preparing students to assume responsibility in their community as leaders and active citizens. Uppermost in their minds was the need to create a progressive, dynamic community of educated Jews. They would help ensure the survival of the Jewish people and Judaism after the Holocaust. Thus, they established an intensive program of Jewish studies integrated with a comprehensive college preparatory program. It was the founders' vision that Jewish middle and high school students come together to study their common heritage in a pluralistic setting, learning to respect all positions and the sincerity with which they are held. This objective was intended to strengthen the Jewish identification of every student without compelling acceptance of one particular interpretation of the Jewish way of life. Barrack prides itself on its student body and faculty diversity, but diversity alone is not sufficient to create a pluralistic environment. Pluralism is energetic, intentional, and conscious engagement with diversity. At Barrack, pluralism is not just tolerance but the active seeking of understanding. It does not imply that there are no absolute truths, nor does it demand that we consider all points of view equally valid. The language of pluralism is dialogue and encounter, give and take, criticism, and self-criticism. Respectful dialogue means both speaking and listening, and that process reveals both common understandings and real differences. Dialogue does not require agreement; instead, it demands that we bring our identities and deeply-held beliefs to a meaningful conversation with others. From the School's inception, its educational philosophy has been responsive to significant education developments and maintains a dynamic approach to curriculum, both academic and experiential. We believe students learn through experiential and intellectual activities and therefore are committed to providing our students with a variety of opportunities. Recognizing students' unique needs, interests, and skills in grades 6 through 8, the Barrack faculty and staff are committed to the development of the entire child in a warm and nurturing environment. Academic, religious, physical, social, and emotional growth is the focal point of the dual curriculum, co-curricular, and extracurricular activities. Students are encouraged to think, question, learn, and make decisions based on Jewish and American values. As their innate creativity and curiosity are nurtured, Barrack's Middle School students are taught to respect themselves and others. Students are inspired by talented and involved teachers to develop the intellectual and emotional skills that prepare them for a seamless transition to high School. In a rigorous dual curriculum that includes both in-depth college preparatory and extensive Jewish studies components, students in the Upper School become independent, curious, open-minded thinkers. While mastering each academic discipline's content and skills, each student develops an aptitude for critical analysis and a strong work ethic. Faced with the challenges of the 21st Century, Barrack students become proficient in oral, written, and technological communication to complement their academic and spiritual development. We help create well-rounded adults who value education and their Jewish identity. Our graduates translate their Barrack experience into understanding, their understanding of commitment, and their commitment to action in the Jewish community, the United States, Israel, and the world. View full school

We believe in educating our children, not merely schooling them. Our school is where thinking, analyzing, imagining, and creating are encouraged, nurtured, and rewarded. We do not want our students to learn merely for the sake of passing a test. We want them to develop intellectual curiosity and the skills with which to satisfy it. We know that learning begins with questions; we teach our students how to make productive inquiries. We are committed to providing the best education we can for all the children we admit. That involves identifying an individual child's optimum learning style and providing those experiences for him or her that will affect maximum intellectual, social, and emotional growth. There is a way to reach every child; we are experts at finding those ways. We know that we need to teach more than academic course content. As Modern Orthodox Jews, our children are expected to strive for success as they live in and engage with the modern world while still being faithful to the religious teachings of our Torah and our sages. So while we give our students the tools to succeed in the secular arena, we make sure they understand the benefits of living their lives as ethical, Torah Jews. We know our students will have to do a balancing act; we are dedicated to showing them how to achieve that balance. We foster in our students an overwhelming commitment to religious Zionism. As a result of numerous programs that involve them in activities in support of Israel, our students reach a level of maturity in their years with us that permits them to go out into the world armed with the skills to face the realities of the world in which they must live. We know our students will face challenges; we equip them to deal with them effectively. This kind of education must be seen as the fundamental right of all students in our school. Classes will be co-educational and will seek to accommodate the needs of many different kinds of students by exposing them to a variety of spiritual and intellectual perspectives. This light will encourage individual students to bring their unique insights and interpretations to the curriculum. The school program's primary purpose will be to enable each student to discover their calling, be it in the classroom texts, the sciences, the arts, or the extracurricular realm. Of course, this will coincide with our commitment to give students the tools and the drive to succeed on the highest academic levels after they graduate. Yet it will serve an even greater responsibility: nurturing every student's creativity and self-esteem in the area that best suits him or her during these most formative years. All knowledge, be it religious or secular, stems from the Creator of the universe. A commitment will similarly drive the North Shore Hebrew Academy High School to academic excellence in General Studies. Through first-rate training in the analytic and quantitative reasoning that underlies such fields as chemistry and physics, students will not only hone their skills and overall scholastic aptitudes. However, they will gain a direct appreciation for the philosopher Pythagoras, who liked to call "harmony of the spheres." Equal emphasis will be placed upon the more significant works of our classical heritage, from Euclid's foundational rigor to the lyrical expressiveness of Shakespeare. The learning of necessary skills will be combined with a sophisticated understanding of literature and Western thought. Thus enriched, our students will meet the admissions criteria and standards of the most selective institutions of higher learning. Yet, far more critical, they will graduate with a highly developed and deeply thoughtful approach to the world around them. A superior academic program is critical to a school's success, but so are the values it imparts. If there is one value above all else that we hope to instill in our students, it is chesed, committed to acts of righteousness, kindness, and generosity. Schools and communities do not exist in an educational vacuum: these students enter the world with an obligation toward those around them that stems directly from their Jewish heritage. This begins with their daily activities, especially, bein adam le' chaveiro, from one human being to another, and extends to an overall responsibility toward the needy and the less fortunate. We must uphold these values in educating our children and to ensure that they grow into adults who will do the same. View full school

Associated Hebrew School (AHS) is a warm and vibrant school representing the diverse Toronto Jewish Community. We are rooted in Jewish traditions, yet our teaching methods are anything but traditional. We nurture a culture of innovation and support student success through inquiry-based learning. By teaching creative expression and critical thinking, we encourage curiosity and problem solving as we help your child grow into a maker and a mensch. Our approach to differentiated learning allows us to meet our students' individual needs to ensure their success. At AHS, we foster a lifelong love of learning while teaching our students to be ethical, knowledgeable, and engaged citizens. Here at Associated, we are traveling on a journey – destination unknown. As part of the Associated community, you are a part of something greater, a part of an expedition that connects you to people from the past, the present, and the future. We are traveling together on a journey of resilience and growth, a journey that will allow us to connect with people we might otherwise never have met. We are continuously traveling, learning about the people we are traveling with, and the road we are on. One of the beautiful things about this journey at AHS is that we each have opportunities to lead one another. The teachers are our tour guides sometimes our students or parents, or other community members take their turn to guide us sometimes, we are all serving as our guides. Together, we are learning how to create our paths. This journey allows us to experience and see the blessings in everything we do. As we learn about the people we meet, we will grow and change because of their influence. We will make memories along the way, and take souvenirs. We will make stops along the way to appreciate the sights we see, and to process our experiences – we will stop to think about what is most important. We are building community along this journey we are reflecting, asking lots of questions, and generating creative solutions. Moreover, we are always moving forward. Every journey begins with a first step. It is my delight to accompany you on this journey, this "lech-Lecha," at Associated Hebrew Schools. Associated Hebrew Schools have a rich history. From the school's inception, Associated has charted a visionary path that has shaped the character of Jewish education in Toronto. In 1907, the Simcoe Street Talmud Torah, under the leadership of Rabbi Jacob Gordon z" I, broke new ground. The modern Hebrew language was used to teach Judaic subjects. Secular courses were integrated to expand into a full-day school, and children from across the diverse Jewish community learned side-by-side. View full school

The American Hebrew Academy is the only international Jewish college prep boarding school in the world! The advantages of boarding schools are boundless. The advantages of a Jewish boarding school will last a lifetime. The Academy inspires intellectually adventurous teenagers from 31 states and 38 countries to pursue excellence in a one-of-a-kind academic environment. The diverse culture, customs, and values of Judaism challenge Academy students of all backgrounds to maximize their full academic, personal, and spiritual potential, which serve as the foundation for lifelong learning, community service, and global engagement. Experiential learning, competitive athletics, creative arts, travel around the world, and leadership development is at the core of the Academy's holistic curriculum. The American Hebrew Academy is an elite school with an internationally acclaimed faculty and staff, state-of-the-art facilities, the world's most significant closed-loop geothermal heating and cooling system, and a stunning 100-acre (40 hectares) lakefront campus in Greensboro, North Carolina. Graduates are regularly admitted to prestigious colleges and universities and go on to leadership positions in business, medicine, law, finance, social service, and the Jewish community in the United States, Israel, and around the world. You may come from the only Jewish family in your town. Alternatively, you may live in a wealthy Jewish environment. Either way, you will discover more about yourself at the American Hebrew Academy. Furthermore, you will learn about the privilege and responsibility of becoming one of tomorrow's Jewish leaders. You will gain a greater understanding of who you are as a Jew and more excellent knowledge and respect for the diversity of Jews. We Believe: That high school students thrive in a place that engages their convictions and intellect, with traditional and innovative approaches to prayer, practice, and peoplehood. Jewish families worldwide deserve a place where their children's traditions, histories, and cultures flourish within a global Jewish environment. That a Jewish community based on life-long friendships, unforgettable experiences, and a sacred connection to Israel and the Jewish people inspires young people to become leaders in their community. That the Jewish world in the 21st century needs educated and sophisticated young leaders who honor both the diversity of Jewish beliefs and the commonalities that bring us together. At the American Hebrew Academy, education is strengthened by Jewish values for learning, by the respect accorded to the learning process, and by student adaptation to working continuously on concurrent strands of study. Graduates of the Academy commonly speak of the ease with which they can navigate college course loads after managing the work required in a dual curriculum. The integration of the liberal arts and sciences and the program of Jewish learning is a unique feature of the Academy's academic program, including a period of study in Israel and is unmatched by any other school in the world. Formal instruction, informal programming, and innovative learning opportunities are combined to create a holistic educational experience in a Jewish community. At the American Hebrew Academy, we are committed to creating a one-of-a-kind school and nurturing the world's future Jewish leaders. We seek students who are academically motivated, excited to live, and learn in an international environment, and want to further their Jewish identity. At the American Hebrew Academy (or AHA as it is affectionately called), students thrive in small classrooms and actively engage in sports, theatre, clubs, student organizations, and happily participate in community service and Jewish life on campus. Our close-knit community supports and challenges our students to be the best version of themselves. View full school

Bialik Hebrew Day School is committed to providing an exemplary Jewish and General education to children in Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 from diverse Jewish backgrounds. Bialik fosters a strong Jewish identity that embraces our Labour Zionist roots – inclusivity, social justice, and equality – in a warm and nurturing environment. Hebrew fluency, Yiddish language, and culture, and a secure connection to Israel and the Jewish people are paramount. Our commitment to Jewish values, academic excellence, and innovation inspires our students to become future Canadian and Jewish community leaders. Here at Bialik, we are proud of our ongoing pursuit of excellence in our programming. We set and achieve high standards across our curricula. Our rigorous academic programs facilitate the development of higher-level thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Our dual curriculum facilitates the healthy development of our students' Canadian and Jewish identities. Our general studies program, which follows the guidelines set out by the Ontario Ministry of Education, provides our students with the skill set necessary to excel while at Bialik and beyond. At the same time, Bialik's education engenders a strong Jewish identity and connection to Israel. While continuing to honor our roots in the Labour Zionist Movement, our programs are continually evolving to meet the demands of a changing world. We aim to help our students learn to value their Jewish heritage within the Canadian and global contexts. Since our school's founding almost 60 years ago, Bialik Hebrew Day School has come a long way. From our opening enrolment of 43 students in 1961, we are currently a vibrant and thriving school of over 1,100 students at two branches. It is an honor and privilege to be the Head of School at Bialik. It is always a pleasure to see our staff and students coming into school with a smile, eagerly anticipating the excitement of teaching and learning. Each day at Bialik, our students experience magic moments of discovery and creativity opportunities in our rigorous Jewish and General Studies programs. They are happy and proud to be Bialik students and value the learning, leadership, and social opportunities they have at school. We continue to develop graduates with a strong Jewish identity and are knowledgeable and proud of their Jewish heritage and traditions. Our school motto is a quote from Chaim Nachman Bialik, for whom our school is named. Po best hayotzer l'nishmat ha'umah" – "Here the soul of the people is forged." Our motto continues to inspire us to provide a unique brand of Jewish day school education. We are very proud of our many graduates who are leaders in the Jewish and broader communities and are also active and involved parents in our school. Zionism, Jewish values, and Menschlechkeit are essential to my own family, and Bialik has been a particular part of my life for over ten years. My wife and I are very proud of our children, Bialik graduates, and consider the school a second home. We look forward to welcoming you to Bialik. Please contact us to set up an appointment for you to come in and see our exciting programs in action. Bialik's general studies program follows the Ontario Ministry of Education guidelines and expectations and emphasizes critical thinking & problem-solving communication & collaboration and creativity & innovation. We teach all subject areas, including language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, French, physical and health education, and the arts. Our students excel in all areas when they graduate from Bialik. We work hard to provide our students with varied opportunities for them to consolidate their learning. Teachers develop extensions at all levels to provide challenges for students, and a variety of field trips and in-school presentations complement our rich curriculum. Bialik voluntarily participates each year in the Ministry's Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) Assessments. Students in grades 3 and 6 write these assessments, which gives us an excellent measure to gauge student performance compared with their peers in other schools. Year after year, students meet and exceed the provincial expectations in impressive numbers. The Kindergarten (JK and SK) program at Bialik offers children an exciting first formal learning experience. We recognize that each child is a unique individual, and our Kindergarten promotes learning and play that is geared towards meeting the needs of each of our children. Each Kindergarten class is staffed by a certified teacher and a full-time teaching assistant. The Kindergarten curriculum integrates five programmatic areas: language, mathematics, science and technology, personal and social development, and the arts. The curriculum is delivered through multiple modalities and is designed to appeal to many different young learners. View full school

Founded in 1921, Hebrew College is dedicated to the principle that rigorous, pluralistic Jewish education is essential to building and sustaining a vibrant Jewish community. We are committed to training Jewish professionals who have a strong foundation in classical Jewish studies and are equally well equipped to engage contemporary Jewish life complexities. We also embrace a mission that connects the serious academic study of Judaism with the community's educational needs and challenges, via outstanding graduate, adult-learning, and youth-education programs. No ivory tower, Hebrew College strives to be a modern equivalent of Abraham's tent, with all sides open to anyone who wishes to join our passionate pursuit of Jewish education. Here you will find diverse entryways, ranging from intensive text study and professional training that prepare you for a leadership role in the Jewish community to opportunities that enable you to explore Jewish culture, arts, and music as a means to define and refine your Jewish identity. Rooted in the Hebraist-Zionist movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, we maintain a deep commitment to the Hebrew language's importance as a conveyor of Jewish culture and as a link between Diaspora Jewry and the State of Israel. Courses at Hebrew College were initially taught only in Hebrew today; most classes are taught in English. However, Hebrew language instruction for beginners to advanced students remains an essential element of the curriculum for graduate degree programs and an accessible option for adult learners and Prozdor high school students. Hebrew College's legacy also bequeaths a strong commitment to pluralism, an openness to all forms of Jewish expression, commitment, and practice. We seek to engage diverse perspectives on any given Jewish topic, encourage a dynamic exchange, and foster respect for other points of view. Hebrew College, true to our roots, strives to encompass the broadest spectrum of Jewish life and model k' lal Yisrael — a community of all Jews — while welcoming other faith members to join our vibrant conversation. Hebrew College promotes excellence in Jewish learning and leadership within a pluralistic environment of open inquiry, intellectual rigor, personal engagement, and spiritual creativity. We empower and inspire individuals to contribute their voices and vision to the Jewish community and bring Jewish values to bear on our time's critical issues. Dedicated to building bridges between the academy and the community, we offer diverse educational and cultural programs for youths, adults, and Jewish professionals, and seek to invigorate Jewish life through the following core values: The Hebrew College mission continues to be as relevant as ever: To encourage and empower learners to see themselves as both inheritors and innovators – active participants in the unfolding story of the Jewish People. At the heart of Hebrew College is our vibrant learning community. We share the conviction that education is the key to Jewish vitality, and we are devoted to the rigorous study of the full breadth of Jewish religion and culture. Together, we foster lifelong Jewish learning that engages the whole person, challenging the mind, and nourishing the soul. Jewish leaders in the 21st century must assume responsibility for both the Jewish future and the future of our planet.Hebrew College promotes learning in a context of collective commitment and concern — for our local community, for Israel and Jewish communities around the world all inhabitants of the Earth. Through education, activism, service, and interfaith cooperation, we seek to bring healing to a world in need of repair. As a pluralistic institution, we recognize and value human diversity. Within our own k' lal Yisrael community and in dialogue with people from other faith traditions, we actively engage a multiplicity of experiences and perspectives in an environment of mutual respect. The encounter with different points of view prompts us to ask honest and searching questions of ourselves and one another and see this process as a source of wisdom and strength. At its best, Judaism is a creative, intellectual, and spiritual encounter among the individual, the community, and the received tradition. Hebrew College encourages and empowers learners to see themselves as both inheritors and innovators — active participants in the Jewish people's unfolding story. We embrace music, literature, and the visual and performing arts as sources of inspiration and vital modes of Jewish discovery and expression. Hebrew College is primarily a graduate school with a small number of undergraduate students. Graduate students of all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs come to Hebrew College to pursue a career as a rabbi, cantor, Jewish educator, or other Jewish communal professional. Some students come to Hebrew College right after college; others enroll after working in the Jewish professions for several years and still study here to prepare for a second career in midlife. In addition to those with professional aspirations, some of our students enjoy coursework for the pure love of learning and Jewish personal enrichment. Students from a wide variety of backgrounds are welcome to study at Hebrew College. The Rabbinical School and cantorial ordination programs in the School of Jewish Music are only open to Jewish students. However, they do not require that students be affiliated with any particular stream of Judaism. In the classroom, you will join with students of diverse ages, backgrounds, and beliefs — some straight out of college, others with experience in Jewish communal and educational institutions, still others preparing for a second career in the Jewish professions. Our students find this diversity to be one of the most enriching elements of their Hebrew College education — the chance to learn from others' varied world views and experiences as they jointly grapple with Jewish texts and concepts. View full university

Vancouver Hebrew Academy is located in the Marpole neighborhood of Vancouver, on West 62nd Avenue, half a block west of Granville Street (map). It is within an easy commute of Richmond and is a short distance from the Vancouver Jewish Community Centre and other amenities. Vancouver Hebrew Academy is a family comprised of its students, parents, educators, administrators, and supporters. This notion of family informs everything we do, whether it is in communication between teachers and parents, promoting respect for the diversity of Jewish practice and customs within our school community, or in celebrating our own students’ achievements and those of Jews worldwide. We believe that our success depends on understanding how our family works together to achieve our goal of preparing our students academically, socially, and spiritually. We know that our children are our future and we must ensure that they are ready to take on the challenges of today-tomorrow-and beyond. We feel privileged to share in their journey. Vancouver Hebrew Academy is a warm and inclusive elementary school serving the diverse needs of Jewish students and their families in Greater Vancouver. Our mission is to teach Torah Judaism and values through a strong and balanced curriculum of Jewish and General studies. We believe that Torah education inspires the pursuit of academic excellence and provides children with the foundation skills to fortify their Jewish identity and ignite in them a passion for a lifetime of exploring their Jewish heritage and the world. View full school