Stories

“The students in the room were terrific at asking questions.  They had questions, rather than just sitting there; their questions were authentic, rather than attempts to show off or compete with the presenters; they weren’t afraid to ask questions that really showed the limits of their own knowledge but instead preferred to ask and learn more; they asked questions that showed they were imagining the process of discovery as well as the information known at the end. Read More

When I lived in Baltimore my children were young and attended a Jewish Day School because I know how much easier it is to establish a strong Jewish identity early than it is to do so later in life. In Ann Arbor, working every day in the JCC building I have the opportunity to watch the students at Hebrew Day School and to speak on occasion with their parents. Read More

When our oldest child (Jonah) entered the Gan, it was just days after our youngest was born. As you can imagine, our lives were upside-down. Part of what this meant was that we were not doing a particularly good job of keeping tabs on how things were going for our oldest at school. We of course got the weekly newsletter from his teachers, but I think we were just too tired and frazzled to really absorb much information. Read More

What is one word that best describes the school? Tell us why you chose that word.

Community. I think ‘Community’ best describes the school because since it is a small school everyone knows everyone and it is like one big family.

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What do you Like Most about Hebrew Day School of Ann Arbor?

“I like chasing my friend from the fourth grade on the playground.”

What classes and grade levels do you teach?

Kindergarten – general studies

Why do you like teaching at Hebrew Day School?

I love the value that HDS places on using integrated, thematic units to inspire our students to learn. The teachers are encouraged to be creative, to design hands-on lessons, and to nurture our students social, emotional, physical and cognitive well-being. Read More

What do you love most about Hebrew Day School?

There is so much that I love about HDS, including the strong sense of community and the excellent education my children received.

Why did you choose Hebrew Day School for your child(ren)?

We had just returned from a short sabbatical in Israel and wanted a school that would allow our children to keep up their Hebrew, so HDS was the obvious choice. Read More

Addressing the HDS students during a concert with her Yale acapella group, Magevet, Julia shared the following here:

“…After I went to HDS, where I was so happy and which I loved, I went to Tappan and then to Pioneer.  After Pioneer I went to Yale, which is where all of us go to school. Read More

What do you love most about Hebrew Day School?

I love the sense of community- between the parents, the teachers, the staff- it really feels like we’re all in this together. I also really appreciate how good the communication is between the teachers/staff and the parents. Lastly, I love that the Hebrew Day School provides an environment in which my daughter can grow and thrive and creates a solid foundation for all of her future educational endeavors. Read More

What do you love most about Hebrew Day School?

HDS faculty and staff know my daughter, Nina, very well. They inspire, challenge, support and love her! Most importantly, Nina is enthusiastic about attending HDS. She is learning a ton and is very happy.

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What do you love most about Hebrew Day School?

I appreciate the welcoming personal environment the most. Above all else, when walking around the school, I sense the children feel very comfortable with the staff and the other children. The teachers “ooze” compassion towards their students. Read More

What do you love most about Hebrew Day School?

I love the commitment to nurturing the students, allowing them to be at “home” in a stimulating environment.

Why did you choose Hebrew Day School for your child(ren)?

I chose HDS because of the small class size, strong teaching staff, Hebrew language instruction, and the Jewish traditions. Read More

What do you love most about Hebrew Day School?

Rosh Chodesh (new Jewish month) celebrations where the whole school gathered with parents and friends and celebrated together.

Why did you choose Hebrew Day School for your child(ren)?

We thought the bilingual education would be stimulating intellectually and the small class size and individual attention would help our shy girl blossom and become confident. Read More

What do you love most about Hebrew Day School?

HDS provides an academically challenging but emotionally supportive environment for the kids and a sense of community for the families.

Why did you choose Hebrew Day School for your child(ren)?

I wanted to immerse my children in Jewish culture and give them a positive Jewish identity. Read More

Zach Colton and Eli Turner met in kindergarten at HDS in 2001 and immediately became inseparable. It was rare to see one without the other regardless of whether they were doing schoolwork, playing outside during recess or planning their next prank. They even brought together their musical talents at HDS talent shows. Read More