A Message from Adam Fischer, Rashi’s Next Head of School
I am honored and delighted to join the Rashi community as the next Head of School.
Category: Our Stories
What makes Rashi an exceptional place to learn, explore and grow.
What We’re Reading: The Case for Day Schools
Recently, an article started re-circulating between the faculty, staff, and parents at Rashi. In 2016, George Washington University professor Dr. Erica Brown wrote this appeal to all Jewish parents considering enrolling or re-enrolling in day school.
What Kavod Looks Like: Bill Clinton Reflects on George H.W. Bush
As our country takes a day to mourn the loss of one of our leaders, I was moved by this piece in the Washington Post by President Bill Clinton reflecting on his friend and esteemed colleague, President George H.W. Bush.
The Limud Celebration: Recognizing Teaching and Learning
What makes learning at The Rashi School unique? A Jewish lens.
Thoughts on Gratitude at Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, many of my thoughts and reading this month have been centered around gratitude and how it can help our overall wellness, happiness, and sense…
The War With Grandpa: Raising our Consciousness about Elders and Examining Stereotypes and Myths
by Stephanie Rotsky, Social Justice Coordinator Eight years ago, The Rashi School made an intentional move to build our school on the NewBridge campus to be part of a multi-generational…
When explaining tragedy to children, What would Mr. Rogers Say?
What Would Mr. Rogers Say? Since Fred Rogers’ death in 2003, this question comes up regularly when tragedies and difficult topics arise that leave people reeling: What would Mr. Rogers say?…
Encouraging Growth Mindset in Our Children
At Rashi, we want all of our students to think of themselves as capable learners who will inevitably make mistakes and learn from them. We want them to recognize the value of hard work, persistence, and risk-taking. To help them, we need to be mindful about what we model for them. Here are some suggestions to instill a growth mindset in your child.