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IN PURSUIT OF A BETTER WORLD
The importance of good character or being a mensch as we oft beseech our children, is not something easily taught in a theoretical sense. Lessons on goodness and community-mindedness are far more likely to stick with our children if they move beyond the conceptu…
JMS 5th grader Simeon Henderson practices his violin technique during class.
It has long been observed that students who study music perform better academically, and develop greater social awareness, co-operative behavior, and empathy for others. In the face of amassing research by psycho…
Larry and Carol Hyatt explore the new playground with the granddaughter Eliana, a first grader at Akiva.
Over one hundred students began the school year at Akiva this year and compounding their first-day-of-school excitement was the chance to see and experience the brand new kindergarten …
Akiva and the Jewish Middle School were proud to host commencement ceremonies for their respective graduating classes of 2022. Students and families had the opportunity to reflect on their time at school and celebrate their many accomplishments. Congratulations to both schools' graduates. Ma…
JMS students at Burnell’s Lower 9th Ward Market
Saturated with history, iconic musicians, and sweet beignets, New Orleans welcomes millions of tourists to their vibrant city every year. This spring,15 Jewish Middle School students can be counted amongst those lucky enough to visit th…
Rabbi Dr. Sharon Shalom (Wikimedia Commons)
Rabbi Dr. Sharon Shalom first learned about Israel as a young child living in a small Ethiopian village. At the age of eight, Rabbi Dr. Shalom and his family set forth on a difficult and dangerous exodus from Ethiopia, making it to a refuge…
David Ewing speaks to students at Jewish Middle School about the Civil Rights Movement.
Local historian, and ninth generation Nashvillian, David Ewing visited the Jewish Middle School this month to talk to students about the Civil Rights Movement in Nashville. Ewing sp…
Eliana Hyatt and her father, Seth Hyatt, explore the different projects on display together.
Last month, Akiva students and faculty hosted parents and friends for an exhibition of STEAM projects and explorations. Curiosity! A Night of Innovative Exploration …
The story of the Revelation at Mount Sinai has been dissected, discussed, and written about by Jewish scholars for centuries. Mount Sinai has also been the subject of paintings and poetry as far back as one can go, from its depiction in the Sistine Chapel, to John Milton’s poetic masterpi…
The stirring sounds of tefillah (prayer) echo in the halls of Akiva as students from across the school come together each morning to learn and pray. Tefillah at Akiva progresses beyond the fundamental skills of reading the text and focuses on the meaningful and transformative experience of …
The cast of The Big Bad Musical, pictured with teacher and director, Annie Douthit.
Every year, Akiva’s fifth and sixth grade students put on a musical show for students, friends and family. This year, students performed The Big Bad Musical: A Howling Courtroom Comedy…
JMS Cheetahs Basketball coach Jack reviews plays with the team
Last month, students from the Jewish Middle School donned their new team uniforms, laced up their sneakers, and stretched their well-practiced muscles before stepping onto the court for their first g…
JMS student Zack Wood in front of his Science Fair presentation.
Thousands of middle schoolers across the country will participate in school science fairs this year, inspiring many of them to pursue advanced studies and careers in the sciences. Research …
Eliana Wolf’s competition Dreidel
Eliana Wolf with her second place #DoYouDreidel certificate
At Akiva, STEAM education (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) begins at a young age, where students are encourag…
Alene Arnold, Co-Head of Jewish Middle School
School leadership is one of the most meaningful variables that impacts learning. A school leader can develop instruction and curriculum, cultivate leadership, shape a school’s environment, and foster a vision of s…
