Emily Kolodney’s AJA journey is rooted in community, joyful Jewish learning, and the kind of confidence that comes from being truly seen and supported. A proud alumna, Emily reflects on her years at Austin Jewish Academy as a formative time that shaped her identity, her leadership, and her voice. After graduating from LASA (Liberal Arts...
Second-graders proudly took the stage this week to share the culmination of their Project-Based Learning unit on Kindness, showcasing both their academic growth and the compassionate character they continue to build each day. Their presentation, filled with confidence and joy, highlighted the many ways they have explored what it means to be thoughtful, kind, and...
On Saturday, November 8th, the AJA Lady Lions JV Volleyball team captured the championship title in an unforgettable match against St. Andrew’s. The girls came out strong in the first set, showcasing confidence and control as they secured an early lead with a decisive win. The second set, however, brought a major shift in momentum....
The Times of Israel recently published this article on the importance of Jewish Day Schools for middle-schoolers. The author, Dr. Daniel Weiss, facilitates a PRIZMAH weekly discussion with heads of small Jewish day schools – and he has an excellent perspective: Parents often ask me why I believe the Middle School years in a Jewish...
On Tuesday, our school community came together for a heartfelt Veterans Day program honoring the brave men and women who have served our country. The ceremony began with a moving flag presentation by middle school students, followed by two of our talented 5th graders leading the school in the Star-Spangled Banner. Students and guests then...
Last Friday’s Kabbalat Shabbat was a truly special morning that beautifully blended joy, pride, and reflection. In addition to our regular service, we were joined by several special guests from Congregation Beth Israel – Rabbi Leiken, Rabbi Levi, Cantorial Soloist Sarah Avner, and CDC Director, Jeni Pandolfi. We listened to a thoughtful story from Rabbi...
