News from the Society for Advancement of Education, Jerusalem
FEBRUARY 2022 NEWSLETTER
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SPREAD THE NEWS!
There's a new International Program - in English - in Jerusalem
U.S. Enrollment Open for MBHS International
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MBHS International, the first Jewish high school in Jerusalem offering the prestigious International Baccalaureate* will open in Fall 2022. The 2-year program in English for 11th & 12th graders from Israel and around the world is currently
enrolling candidates from the U.S.
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* MBHS International is a Candidate School* for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.
The school is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. These are schools that share a common philosophy – a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education.
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Member of the Knesset Avi Dicter delivered the keynote address at Boyar's "Preparation for Life" program. |
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Boyar HS Makes It Real With Preparation for Life Program
Boyar recently initiated “Preparation for Life” – a special program for 12th grade students which deals with everything teenagers need to be ready for the day after graduation.
For 2 weeks the school routine for the seniors was stopped and they participated to a series of meetings, activities and workshops, tackling topics like work, volunteering, finances, relationships, personal health and careers.
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At Sindiana Students EvaluateThemselves
Immediately after the exam break in January, teachers and students at Sindiana, the Arab Youth Village for Young Leadership, gathered for a week devoted to students’ self-evaluation and feedback, during which the educators gave the students all the tools needed to critique themselves.
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By Eating Falafel, Of Course!
SAE Students Honor Holocaust Survivor
It was “Operation Dugo” at two SAE residences – Ein Carmit in Jerusalem and ORT-Netanya – on January 18th. That’s the day the students, and many others throughout Israel, honored Holocaust survivor David (“Dugo”) Leitner by eating falafel.
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Steinberg Students Shared Their Harvest on Tu Bishvat
To celebrate Tu Bishvat, the new year celebration for trees, students at SAE's Steinberg Residential Campus in Kfar Saba harvested crops from the innovative aquaponic greenhouse at the residence and delivered baskets of high-quality vegetables to the city’s senior citizens.
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Michal Habar, center, with students at Reut High School, Jerusalem |
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Teacher Spotlight
"Reut is My Second Home"
~ Teacher Michal Habar
"I am a veteran geography teacher and the coordinator of the "High School Academy"
at SAE's Reut High School in Jerusalem.
"I have a bachelor's degree in physical geography and education. Teaching geography is a mission for me.
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"I enjoy interacting with Reut's amazing students and seeing each student on their own. The interpersonal relationships and sensitivities of the students are before my eyes every day. I believe in every student, and strive to bring the students to excellence, to enjoyment of the lessons, and to complete success in the matriculation exam.
"I am very connected to nature and the Land of Israel and pass on my love to my students. As part of the course we go on tours, which connect the student to nature and the country.
"The atmosphere in the school is very family, warm and inclusive.
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Change a Life -- Make a Difference in Israel!
The SAE Student Assistance Fund provides vital basic support to talented students from low income and distressed families living in SAE’s residences, including assistance for transportation, clothing, glasses, dental care, even food. During the school closures caused by COVID-19 the Student Assistance Fund also provided more than 200 students with computers and internet connections so they could continue their studies from home. This assistance enables students to remain in school, realize their full academic potential and contribute to Israeli society. Your help is appreciated!
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The Society for Advancement of Education, Jerusalem (SAE) is a social-educational organization that works to instill academic and social excellence as a bridge and leverage for integration into Israeli society.
SAE develops and implements innovative educational programs for talented youth from all sectors of Israeli society -- secular, orthodox, ultra-orthodox and Arab. SAE runs18 highly acclaimed high schools and residences and a variety of national educational projects. Each is designed to help students realize their full academic potential and contribute to Israeli society. More at kidum-us.org
American Friends of Kidum (AFK) cultivates relationships and serves as a vital connection between SAE and its friends, supporters, partners and alumni in the U.S.
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