Mission
We offer a rich and challenging educational program guided by compassionate, expert educators. We inspire academic excellence, cultivate student voice, and foster a genuine sense of belonging. We embody the Jewish values of critical thinking, respectful dialogue, and the pursuit of justice. We empower students with curiosity, empathy, and agency to transform their experiences, their communities, and the world.
Vision
Kehillah is redefining what it means to be a high school responsible for preparing students for college and life beyond.
Blending research-informed teaching, a deep understanding of adolescent development, universal Jewish values, and an unshakable commitment to a diverse community, we prove that achievement, well-being, and purpose can beautifully converge. We inspire each student to graduate with the skills and knowledge to grow into their ambitions and the values and character to contribute meaningfully to the world.
Belong, Build, Become
Belong
At Kehillah, we understand that a sense of belonging is the foundation for deep learning, risk-taking, and individuality. We therefore commit to creating and holding a welcoming space for all students to come as they are, express their diverse identities, build community, and forge meaningful relationships with faculty and peers. As we create this space for each student, they help create it for others.
Build
Learning at Kehillah is not a passive act—it’s a co-constructed cycle of discovery, challenge, and growth. Our expert faculty, deeply attuned to adolescent development and research-informed teaching practices, partner with students to build academic prowess, self-reflection, agency, wellness, character, and joy.
Become
To “Become” at Kehillah means stepping into each stage of growth not as a finished product, but as a lifelong learner and contributor—ready to learn, question, and engage with purpose.
Graduation may mark the end of our students’ time on campus, but it is only a milestone in their ongoing journey. Our alumni leave Kehillah equipped for success at top universities. Just as importantly, they carry with them a sense of self, community, and responsibility–and are ready for their next cycle of growth.
Values
Community (קהילה – Kehillah)
At Kehillah, community means creating a sense of belonging where every student is known, valued, and supported. We cultivate a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect and shared responsibility, fostering connections that transcend differences and strengthen our collective identity.
Pursuit of Knowledge (דעת – Da’at)
We believe that deep learning is the foundation for a meaningful life. Students are empowered to think critically, question thoughtfully, and build resilient, lifelong knowledge. They develop the skills to know themselves as learners, understanding how they think, process information, and grow intellectually—allowing them to engage with the world with confidence and curiosity.
Agency (בחירה – Bechirah)
Students at Kehillah take ownership of their learning and experiences by creating their own opportunities for growth, leadership, and impact. We encourage initiative, meaningful choice, and the confidence to navigate challenges with purpose and independence.
Dialogue (מחלוקת – Machloket)
Machloket, or constructive disagreement, encourages respectful debate as a means of pursuing truth and wisdom. Meaningful conversation is at the heart of growth and understanding. We cultivate open, respectful dialogue where diverse perspectives are explored and differences are engaged with curiosity, empathy, and a commitment to learning from one another.
Justice (צדק – Tzedek)
We are committed to fairness, equity, and ethical action. Inspired by the Jewish tradition’s call to pursue justice, we encourage students to recognize injustice, take responsibility, and contribute to building a more just and compassionate world.
Acts of Loving-Kindness (חסד – Chesed)
Kindness is an essential part of how we learn, lead, and live. We practice empathy, compassion, generosity, and care for others without expectation of reciprocation or reward, recognizing that acts of kindness can transform relationships, communities, and the world.