# Frequently Asked Questions

> # Austin Jewish Academy

> Austin Jewish Academy (AJA) is a co-ed, pluralistic Jewish day school serving about 100 students in kindergarten through eighth grade in Austin, Texas. Founded in 1997, AJA is located on the 40-acre Dell Jewish Community Campus in Northwest Austin, in partnership with Shalom Austin. The school is known for project-based learning, integrated secular and Jewish studies, and an average class size of 11.

Key facts:
- Address: 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731 | Phone: 512-735-8350
- Grades: K-8, co-ed | Enrollment: about 100 students
- Pluralistic and open to all students; not affiliated with any Jewish movement or synagogue
- Accredited by Cognia; member of Prizmah and NAIS
- Head of School: Dr. Karyn Rayburn
- School day: 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Friday
- 2026-27 tuition: $21,900 (K-5), $22,600 (6-8); need-based tuition assistance available; TEFA vouchers accepted
- Admissions contact: admissions@ajaschool.org

## About
- [AJA At-A-Glance](https://austinjewishacademy.org/aja-at-a-glance/): School type, class size, curriculum, campus, enrollment, hours, accreditation, and graduate outcomes
- [Mission, Vision, and Core Values](https://austinjewishacademy.org/about-us): History, mission, and the six core values
- [Leadership](https://austinjewishacademy.org/leadership/): Head of School and administrative team
- [Our Faculty](https://austinjewishacademy.org/our-faculty/): Teachers and staff
- [FAQ](https://austinjewishacademy.org/faq/): Answers to common questions from prospective families
- [Contact Us](https://austinjewishacademy.org/contact/): Address, phone, and directions

## Admissions
- [Admissions](https://austinjewishacademy.org/admissions/): Tours, open houses, and how to apply
- [Tuition and Fees](https://austinjewishacademy.org/tuition-and-fees/): Tuition by grade, fees, discounts, and payment plans
- [Tuition Assistance Program](https://austinjewishacademy.org/tuition-assistance-program/): Need-based financial aid

## Academics
- [Academics Overview](https://austinjewishacademy.org/academics/): Curriculum summary
- [Project-Based Learning](https://austinjewishacademy.org/academics/pblpost/): How PBL works at AJA
- [Jewish Studies and Jewish Life](https://austinjewishacademy.org/jewish-experience-at-aja/): Hebrew, Judaic studies, and holiday celebrations
- [Social and Emotional Learning](https://austinjewishacademy.org/social-emotional-learning/): SEL and Conscious Discipline
- [Middle School](https://austinjewishacademy.org/middle-school/): Grades 6-8 program

## Community Life
- [After-School Activities](https://austinjewishacademy.org/after-school-activities/): Clubs, the school musical, and aftercare
- [Athletics](https://austinjewishacademy.org/athletics/): Teams starting in fourth grade
- [Arts](https://austinjewishacademy.org/arts/): Visual and performing arts

## Optional
- [AJA News](https://austinjewishacademy.org/aja-news/): Stories about student projects, trips, and school events
- [Annual Report 2024-2025](https://austinjewishacademy.org/annual-report-2024-2025/)
- [Giving](https://austinjewishacademy.org/giving/): Ways to support AJA
- [Careers at AJA](https://austinjewishacademy.org/careers-at-aja/)


## Pages

- [Austin Jewish Academy Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)](https://austinjewishacademy.org/austin-jewish-academy-frequently-asked-questions-faqs/)
- [Fly Me to the Moon](https://austinjewishacademy.org/fly-me-to-the-moon/)
- [Fly Me to the Moon Reception](https://austinjewishacademy.org/fly-me-to-the-moon-reception/)
- [1st Grade PBL Spring 2026: Guardians of the Earth](https://austinjewishacademy.org/1st-grade-pbl-spring-2026-guardians-of-the-earth/)
- [Abby Rapoport](https://austinjewishacademy.org/abby-rapoport/)
- [Careers at AJA](https://austinjewishacademy.org/careers-at-aja/)
- [Austin Jewish Academy's PSIA Winners](https://austinjewishacademy.org/austin-jewish-academys-psia-winners/)
- [After-School Activities](https://austinjewishacademy.org/after-school-activities/)
- [Austin Jewish Academy Reviews](https://austinjewishacademy.org/austin-jewish-academy-reviews/)
- [AJA Swag](https://austinjewishacademy.org/aja-swag/)
- [Emily Kolodney: Alumna Interview](https://austinjewishacademy.org/emily-kolodney-alumna-interview/)
- [Annual Report 2024-2025](https://austinjewishacademy.org/annual-report-2024-2025/)
- [Open Houses](https://austinjewishacademy.org/open-houses/)
- [New Head of School](https://austinjewishacademy.org/head-of-school-search/)
- [Tuition Assistance Program](https://austinjewishacademy.org/tuition-assistance-program/)
- [Application Checklist for 2026-27](https://austinjewishacademy.org/application-checklist-for-2025-26/)
- [Tuition and Fees](https://austinjewishacademy.org/tuition-and-fees/)
- [Jewish Experience at AJA](https://austinjewishacademy.org/jewish-experience-at-aja/)
- [Schedule a Tour/Inquiry Form](https://austinjewishacademy.org/schedule-a-tour-inquiry-form/)
- [Alumni Spotlight](https://austinjewishacademy.org/alumni-spotlight/)
- [Donate](https://austinjewishacademy.org/donate/)
- [Leadership](https://austinjewishacademy.org/leadership/)
- [What Do Parents Say About AJA?](https://austinjewishacademy.org/what-do-parents-say-about-aja/)
- [What Do Students Say About AJA?](https://austinjewishacademy.org/what-do-students-say-about-aja/)
- [Middle School](https://austinjewishacademy.org/middle-school/)
- [AJA News](https://austinjewishacademy.org/aja-news/)
- [AJA News](https://austinjewishacademy.org/news/)
- [Get Involved (PTO)](https://austinjewishacademy.org/get-involved-pto/)
- [Arts](https://austinjewishacademy.org/arts/)
- [General Curriculum](https://austinjewishacademy.org/general-curriculum/)
- [Social and Emotional Learning](https://austinjewishacademy.org/social-emotional-learning/)
- [Jewish Life](https://austinjewishacademy.org/jewish-life/)
- [Project Based Learning](https://austinjewishacademy.org/academics/pblpost/)
- [Jewish Studies](https://austinjewishacademy.org/jewish-studies/)
- [Donate](https://austinjewishacademy.org/support-aja-donate/)
- [Our Faculty](https://austinjewishacademy.org/our-faculty/)
- [AJA Family Portal](https://austinjewishacademy.org/family-portal/)
- [Become A Teacher](https://austinjewishacademy.org/become-a-teacher/)
- [Strategic Plan 2022-2023: Phase 1](https://austinjewishacademy.org/strategic-plan-2022-2023-phase-1/)
- [AJA At-A-Glance](https://austinjewishacademy.org/aja-at-a-glance/)
- [Privacy Policy](https://austinjewishacademy.org/privacy-policy/)
- [Home](https://austinjewishacademy.org/)
- [Curriculum Page 3](https://austinjewishacademy.org/academics/curriculum-page-3/)
- [Curriculum Page 2](https://austinjewishacademy.org/academics/curriculum-page-2/)
- [Athletics](https://austinjewishacademy.org/athletics/)
- [Curriculum Page 1](https://austinjewishacademy.org/academics/curriculum/)
- [Support AJA](https://austinjewishacademy.org/giving/)
- [Contact Us/ Employment Opportunities](https://austinjewishacademy.org/contact/)
- [School Year Calendar](https://austinjewishacademy.org/calendar/)
- [Academics](https://austinjewishacademy.org/academics/)
- [Admissions](https://austinjewishacademy.org/admissions/)
- [About Us](https://austinjewishacademy.org/about-us/)