You know you’re doing something very right when kids can’t wait to get back to school. That’s exactly what we saw on the first day, as students ran straight from their cars to get high-fives from their teachers. The joy on both their faces said everything about how special school is at Keshet.
This first day of school is even more meaningful as we celebrate 30 years of Keshet High School—a milestone that shows how far we’ve come and how much possibility is still ahead. Enrollment is growing, a new curriculum is being introduced and Keshet Transition has moved to a temporary space in Highland Park. Our staff have spent months preparing so that everything, from schedules to supports, creates the best possible learning environment.
Keshet is able to continue to innovate and best meet the needs of students because of our community and your support. Below you can see how believing in us and our students allows Keshet to provide access to academics that give students the tools they need for life.
Welcoming More Learners
New students joined every Keshet school this year, bringing fresh energy into our classrooms. With referrals from partner school districts on the rise, enrollment has increased by 22%, leading us to add another classroom at the high school. We’re not done yet. Plans are already in place to welcome more students throughout the year.
Teaching What Matters Most
Our new curriculum uses proven methods to strengthen how we teach reading, math and other core subjects. It deepens the academic culture of our schools, with lessons designed to reflect the most effective approaches in education today. Teachers will be able to use engaging content that connects to real life and meets each student where they are.
A Day Designed for Success
We’re rolling out a new daily schedule that increases time for academics along with dedicated enrichment periods. At the high school, students will now move classrooms for different subjects, giving them a traditional high school experience. These changes are designed to build executive functioning skills—like planning and organization—that will benefit students throughout their day to day lives.
Next Steps in Inclusion
During the last two school years, Keshet and Schechter partnered to offer a co-taught, integrated kindergarten class. These efforts opened the door for students with developmental delays to enroll in Jewish day school. For 2025-26, this approach is extending into first grade to jointly provide the supports needed for students to succeed.
Strength in Stability
When students returned to the classrooms, they were greeted by familiar faces. Every one of our teachers is returning from last year, along with 85% of paraprofessionals. This kind of consistency means our students are learning from staff who know their strengths and are ready to build on past progress.
