Jewish daycare centre in danger of closing
Parents and staff were informed June 1 that declining enrolment has led to the possible closing of the child-care facility
Donation to Leo Baeck Day School boosts social justice education
An unprecedented gift to the Leo Baeck Day School in Toronto promises to be a “major game-changer” in the way social justice in taught in schools, says head of school Eric Petersiel
When it comes to enrolling kids in Jewish programs, parents more likely to say ‘maybe’ than ‘yes’
When you ask today’s parents if they’re going to enrol their children in Jewish programs, the resounding response is, “maybe”
Solving the day school tuition crisis a question of will
Since the financial crisis hit in 2008 and costs reached a breaking point, there have been substantial decreases in enrolment, to the point where the sustainability of Toronto’s day school system in its current form is in serious doubt
It takes a community to be happy
Sending children to Jewish schools will afford them a sense of belonging that will contribute to their happiness and sense of well-being while ensuring the continuity of our community, writes Sara Dobner
Paul Penna Downtown Jewish Day School celebrates 18 years
“A big part of the educational ethos of the school is the kids finding their role in Jewish life as well as in the larger community”
Canadian students shine at moot beit din competition
Moot Beit Din is an intellectual contest that challenges Jewish high school students to examine contemporary situations through the lens of Jewish ethics and morals
Grandparents should help out with day school tuition
Grandparents should contribute what they can afford to day school tuition, writes Jeffrey Stutz
We may need to revisit our priorities
Money enables us to do great good in many areas, and accumulating great wealth can be the catalyst for much good. Yet, at the same time, we too often witness money being the source of families breaking apart
Lubavitch girls school Beth Rivkah turns 60
“I like to say we are the only public Jewish school in Montreal,” said Rabbi Yosef Minkowitz, the principal for 42 years
