News from the Society for Advancement of Education, Jerusalem
JULY 2022
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60 Graduate from Sindiana --
The Arab Youth Village for Leadership
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More than 60 students, some from the original 7th grade class in 2017, proudly graduated this June from Sindiana, Israel's first Arab youth village for leadership.
Hundreds of family members and friends were on hand in Givat Haviva to watch the members of the third Sindiana graduating class receive their certificates and thank the devoted teachers who had helped them achieve academic success and personal confidence. Learn more about Sindiana.
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Sindiana receives strong support from the families of students and community members in towns and villages in the triangle area of Israel.
The school is already fully enrolled for the 2022-23 school year. Plans are underway to expand capacity using temporary classrooms and, in the next few years, construct a new campus which will enable enrollment to increase 50% from 440 to over 650 students.
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First Class Graduates from Shoshanim Science and Arts High School for Haredi Girls |
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In September 2018 twenty-one pioneering young women enrolled in the first class at Shoshanim, Israel's first 4-year high school for Haredi girls focused on science and the arts.
On June 30, 2022, many of those girls comprised the first graduating class from Shoshanim, earning Israeli matriculation certificates and heartfelt congratulations from their families and teachers.
Recalling the challenges and risks the students and staff took in launching a new school concept in Israel four years ago, Vered Bechar, school founder and principal, thanked and praised the students -- "This is the day that the Lord has made," she said, "live and rejoice in him." Learn more about Shoshanim.
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Inbar and Boyar High Schools Play Major Roles in International Educational Conference in Israel |
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The Society for Advancement of Education (SAE) played a significant role in Biennale 2022, an international educational conference hosted this year by the Israeli Ministry of Education in June at which thousands of educators from 48 countries learned about innovations in education from entrepreneurs and ground-breaking schools.
SAE’s Inbar, the first secular leadership school for girls in Israel, was invited to host a general session on the innovations in agriculture and technology, which was introduced by SAE Executive Director Eitan Moran.
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In addition, a delegation of educators from the conference visited SAE's Inbar High School. Speaking in English, Inbar students conducted a guided tour of the school and, as seen here, explained
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A second group of educators visited SAE's flagship Boyar High School. The educators were guided through the campus and Boyar's new academic initatives by a delegation of students and staff, led by principal Dafna Menashe Baruch, fourth from right. Learn more about Boyar.
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The Dr. Charlotte K. Frank Science Labs are used by hundreds of Boyar High School students every day. |
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-- Dr. Charlotte K. Frank z"l --
Dr. Charlotte K. Frank, an accomplished educator, a life-long advocate for students, teachers and administrators, and a staunch supporter of Israel, passed away peacefully at the age of 93 on May 26, 2022 in New York.
“Charlotte was not only a pioneering and courageous educator with great passion for young people to be the very best that they could be,” said Eitan Moran, Executive Director of the American Friends of Kidum, “but was also a bright, witty, enthusiastic soul, with great love for her family. We will miss her greatly."
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SAE Remembers Founder Eliezer Shmueli |
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Eliezer Shmueli, a founding father of the Society for Advancement of Education (SAE) and a major leader and influencer of Israeli education for six decades was remembered fondly at a memorial ceremony at SAE in June.
A former director general of the Ministry of Education, Shmueli's research and writings led to the creation of SAE and its fundamental mission of providing talented students from disadvantaged communities the opportunity for a first-rate high school education.
The event was attended by Hagai Shmueli, Eliezer's son, SAE board members, Dr. Shimshon Shoshani, former CEO of the Ministry of Education and Zebulon Orlev, former Minister, Member of Parliament and CEO of the Department of Education, who participated in a remembrance conversation about Eliezer led by Eitan Moran, SAE Executive Director.
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The Niot Project Marks 10th Anniversary of Helping Students With Learning Disabilities to Succeed |
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A musical evening was held recently to mark the 10th anniversary of The Niot Project. Named in honor of Niot Watzman, the project provides resources to help students cope with learning difficulties and is in place in all SAE schools and residences.
Eli Eliyahu, Director of SAE's Ein Carmit Residence explained how vital The Niot Project's teachers and learning centers have been, particularly during the pandemic, in helping students continue to focus on their studies. 95% of Ein Carmit's graduating seniors passed the Israeli matriculation exams this Spring.
Chaim Watzman, Niot's father and founder of the program, greeted guests and thanked donors from Israel and the U.S. for their support. Music was provided by a band directed by Elad Gabai. Learn more about The Niot Project.
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Elad Attias, 12th grade student at SAE's Re'ut High School won the Ministry of Education Jerusalem District outstanding social activist award. Social action is an integral part of Re'ut's DNA!. Earlier this spring some students checked accessibility of public buildings in the "Rolling in the City" program while others treated lone soldiers to a festive BBQ.
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Canadian Ambassador to Israel, Lisa Anne Steddelbauer (top row center) visited Inbar High School as part of the United Nations Model Young Rights Ambassadors Program, toured the school, and held an animated hour-long conversation with students in English, about gender, women's rights, education, about LGBT and more.
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Senior day at Boyer!
Dozens of Boyar High School graduates came back to campus to deliver workshops, lectures and to meet with students.
The graduates shared their career experiences in agriculture, economics, business, high-tech, academia and education. The event was organized by the Boyer Alumni and Friends Association.
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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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SAE's MBHS International, the first Jewish high school offering the prestigious International Baccalaureate in Jerusalem, will open this Fall.
The 2-year program in English for 11th & 12th graders from Israel and around the world is currently enrolling candidates from the U.S. for this 2022 and 2023.
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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. The need for support continues. Your help is appreciated! Thank You for Your Donation
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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. 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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