Core Values:

Mitzvot

Understanding and practicing kedusha, avodah, torah, g’millut chasadim and tikkun olam in an egalitarian environment

Gross Schechter Day school is a Schechter school, linking us to day schools around the country. This plants our roots in Conservative Judaism and all that Conservative practice entails, while also creating a welcome and respectful learning environment where students of all streams of Judaism are comfortable. Our school helps students understand and experience Kedusha (Holiness) in an egalitarian environment, providing each student with the knowledge and experience to feel comfortable a multitude of Jewish settings. Our students learn the importance of Avodah (service), Torah, G’millut Chasadim (Acts of Kindness) and Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World), all of which are central in our curriculum and school culture.

Kehillah   

Creating a community that provides a foundation for jewish life through support, celebration and shared experiences

The Schechter community is comprised of parents, faculty, students, families, grandparents, donors, and volunteer leaders and extends far beyond the school day. Our community supports one another through all of life’s ups and downs – we celebrate and grieve together. We take care of one another in times of need. Our community forges life-long friendships based on shared experiences and a commitment to the ideals of the school and Jewish life. We believe that participation in a community provides a foundation for a meaningful Jewish life. Our vibrant, caring community is diverse and committed to social responsibility.

Btzelem Elokim

Recognizing and nurturing the uniqueness of each individual student

Gross Schechter Day School values the uniqueness and worth of every individual. Our school emphasizes that each child (and their families) bring unique contributions to the classroom and the community. We do not maintain a “one size fits all” approach in our teaching, but rather strive to personalize learning to best meet the needs of individual students. We partner with families to nurture whole, well-rounded individuals who are the best people they can be. This also means teaching our students the value of Shmirat Ha’guf (health and wellness) as well as Kavod (respect and dignity).

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Ahavat Yisrael

Connection and love for the State of Israel

Gross Schechter Day School instills a deep connection to the State of Israel that is rooted in passion and produces a deep sense of responsibility for its security. Students develop a strong personal relationship with the country, its culture, its history and the people. Students develop mastery of modern Hebrew, the living language of Israel and the Jewish people.

Hochma

Providing students with a rich, educational experience of an outstanding integrated education  that positions each student for success. 

“Through wisdom is a house built; through understanding it is established.”(Proverbs 24:3) Through a rigorous integrated curriculum, our students gain mastery in both General Studies and Judaic Studies. Our students cognitively benefit from a deep immersion in the second language of Hebrew, the language of our shared heritage and history. Our students are well prepared for High School and beyond, transitioning smoothly and successfully to the next stage of their education.