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Bryn Mawr PA 19010
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The Ideal Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy Graduate
is one who...
LIFELONG LEARNING
- Approaches learning as an independent, curious and articulate thinker, with a strong work ethic, who values open-minded questioning, who honors diversity and who has the capacity and confidence for critical analysis and deep contemplation when learning and working in our ever-changing society.
JEWISH IDENTITY
- Sees himself or herself as an active link between the Jewish communities of the past and the future, understanding the centrality of kehillah (community), Israel, and the Hebrew language in the history and culture of the Jewish people.
MORAL OUTLOOK
- Moves through one’s life as a mensch, guided by timeless Jewish values, a firm moral compass and a sense of responsibility; embodies commitments to derech eretz (mutual respect), tzedakah (social justice), chesed (community service), Torah lisma (love of learning), and tikkun olam (repairing the world.)
HEALTH AND CITIZENSHIP
- Participates in the community as a knowledgeable world citizen, anchored by a healthy mind, body and sense of self, as well as an appreciation for diverse forms of religious and aesthetic expression.
KNOWLEDGE
- Demonstrates strong, practical skills in oral, written, visual and technological expression with the ability to discover, evaluate and apply resources that meet the challenges of the 21st century and the global economy.
LEADERSHIP
- One who is prepared to lead in the American, Jewish and World communities, working for a better world through acts of social justice and compassion. Recognizes that there are many forms of leadership and many ways to be a leader; demonstrates a willingness to assume a position of leadership or to work collaboratively to solve problems in creative ways.
