Each week when I read the Friday newsletter I feel great. It makes me proud of what our school, our students, and our faculty and staff accomplish each and every day.
- Jessica, Alumni Parent, Board ChairwomanAs Reform Jews, we were nervous about the religious aspect, but at Schechter, you are free to practice your religion as you see fit. We don't feel different than and we don't feel any pressure to be "more religious". At the same time, we respect those that are more observant than us and love that there is a place for everyone.
- Jill, ParentI am a proud alum of Schechter and cannot begin to measure the impact it has had on my life. Unlike any other school, Schechter has a focus on high-level thinking and advanced academic skills that go beyond the classroom, but in daily life.
- Ben, Alumni and Board MemberSchechter shaped me into the person I am today. All of the teachers really reinforced the idea of respect, love toward Judaism, and being a good person.
- Maddy, Class of 2014We are beyond thrilled with the rigorous secular education, the community and the spiritual values our children are being taught.
- Jill, ParentAn important part of learning is developing empathy, and Schechter students learn this from a young age. Middle school students learned what it is like to live with Type 1 diabetes from a classmate; they also spent time with veterans and placed flags on the graves of veterans in West Hartford. Students in Early Childhood often reflect upon empathy; this emerges even more during World Kindness Day! Read these stories and Rabbi Berger’s thoughts on Parashat Vayera.
LEARN MORE>>Gaining a deeper understanding of concepts can occur in a variety of ways. Discover how Middle School students delve into primary sources to have a more nuanced understanding of history. Learn the ways that the engineering process can teach problem-solving and revision, whether in building something or writing or other areas. And the fantastic Schechter Parent Association is off to a robust start, enabling families to build deeper connections with one another! Then read Rabbi Berger’s thoughts on this week’s parashah!
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