We saw so many smiles, hugs, and new Smith T-shirts and kipot as we welcomed our families back to school to reconnect, meet their teachers, and celebrate the end of summer and start of school with our Smith Summer Social.
We're just a few days away from the start of another amazing school year of learning, growing, and thriving at Smith Jewish Academy!
Welcome, Chef Eric! This week Chef Eric is fueling our faculty and staff as they prepare for a great year ahead, and he will be preparing delicious and nutritious food for our students all throughout the school year.
"I hope to share my ideas and experience as well as gain from the group. I believe that you are never too young to teach, and never too old to learn."
Read about Chef Eric on the website.
Rabbi Carrier teaches some of our alumni at St. Louis Park High School, and now he will also teach Jewish studies to our sixth and seventh graders! Barukh haba, Rabbi Carrier!
“In my new role at Smith Jewish Academy, I'm most looking forward to learning Torah every day through middle school eyes.”
Read about Rabbi Carrier on the website.
We're proud to have a Smith alum joining our general studies faculty! Mr. C began working with our students last year and is now joining us full time as a fifth grade teacher.
”I’ve enjoyed serving this community greatly and am thrilled to work with fifth grade this year! Students are beginning to explore the world beyond the classroom at this age, and I'm excited to help them develop and voice their thoughts as we prepare them for middle school.”
Read about Mr. C on the website.
Please help us in welcoming Ms. Flek as one of our kindergarten teachers! Ms. Flek is coming to Smith Jewish Academy from Osseo Public Schools and has worked with youth in the community at Adapt and Herzl Camp.
”Hello, Smith community! My name is Abby Flekier (or Ms. Flek), and I am so excited to begin building relationships with students and families in kindergarten!”
Read about Mr. Flek on the website.
Rabbi Justin has been working hard this summer with the rest of the administration team to plan a great school year, one infused with joy, connection, and meaningful Jewish experiences. Welcome, Rabbi Justin!
"I’m thrilled to be part of a school where community, learning, and Jewish pride come together!"
Read about Rabbi Justin on the website.
We’re excited to share that Ms. Marron, who has been teaching at Smith Jewish Academy since 2002, is filling out the Student and Teacher Resource Team as the learning and teaching specialist!
“I am excited to work closely with students, helping them reach their full potential, and to collaborate with teachers in enhancing classroom instruction.”
Read about Ms. Marron on the website.
As we get ready to share our new Smith Jewish Academy logo, join us in looking back on the past iterations of our school!
Smith admin brought them some cool swag giving them a sneak peek at our new Smith Jewish Academy logos and colors ... We're excited to share them with you soon!
We are grateful to have an involved and supportive parent community here at Smith Jewish Academy.
Heilicher shares Girls on the Run’s mission of inspiring self-confidence and fostering life skills that support both physical and emotional health. Shout out to our spring 2025 runners and coaches!
We practice both the values of Judaism and American democratic principles every day at Heilicher, such as valuing and respecting every individual.
✡️ Mazal tov to Dr. David Ackerman on his retirement — he served Heilicher for four years as our director of Jewish living and learning. He established our current Israel curriculum, brought b’not sherut to Heilicher, developed the middle school musar program, and provided support for our Heilicher faculty.
🪄Ali Berdass is a proud Heilicher alum and Heilicher parent, and she dedicated the last seven years to planning incredible benefits to raise money for our school as well as many other events. She supported the PTO, admissions, and many other aspects of Heilicher behind the scenes. We will miss her at all-school lunch!
📚 Dana Provus has helped students improve in literacy, math, and more as a fifth-grade teacher, upper school learning specialist, and, most recently, teaching and learning specialist for all grades. Over her nine years with Heilicher, Dana has helped countless students succeed.
As do all Heilicher faculty members, these three perfectly embody the Heilicher core values of Be a Mensch, Aspire to Excellence, Embrace Jewish Wisdom, and Create Community. Thank you, l'hitraot, and we wish you well in your next chapters.
The weather unit is just one way our curriculum brings science to life through creativity and curiosity. 🌧🌧🌧
Looking for a Jewish way to honor the holiday? Check out this Juneteenth hagaddah from United Synagogues of Conservative Judaism.
Heilicher is a vibrant community where intellectual curiosity and respect for diverse thoughts and experiences build strong relationships and a sense of interconnectedness in and beyond our school.
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