Education Philosophy

Educational Philosophy

Kehila Heschel’s integrated curriculum is dedicated to the values that characterized Rabbi Heschel’s life: the integration of Jewish learning, Jewish ritual and Social justice.

Kehila Heschel has developed an innovative Integrated Curriculum that:

• is dedicated to the values that characterized Rabbi Heschel’s life: the integration of Jewish learning, Jewish ritual and Social justice

• seamlessly blends the rich teachings of Jewish tradition with an enriched Ontario curriculum

• builds a foundation for lifelong capacity in critical thinking, ethical behaviour and independent achievement

• is cumulative and interactive

• identifies key themes that will recur throughout the entire school program

• has clearly defined goals and objectives for each year whose attainment can be measured

• provides a trilingual learning environment

The school emphasizes a teaching approach that:

• is experiential and project based

• promotes problem-solving and critical thinking

• encourages collaboration

• utilizes creative and progressive educational methodologies and technologies

• incorporates art, music, and drama

• fosters social action by reaching beyond the classroom to involve the home, family and community

• demonstrates concern for the whole child, achieving a balance between intellectual and emotional growth

• encourages parental involvement and support.