Lishai Peel
Kehila Heschel

As another school year gets underway, we’re thinking not only about what our students will learn, but about the relationships, traditions and sense of belonging they will carry with them.

This year marks a special milestone at Kehila Heschel School: we have a Grade 5 graduating class whose students are embarking on a year-long project designed to strengthen connections among Jewish young people in Hamilton. Through this initiative, we hope to create pathways to new friendships and help our students recognize that they are part of a larger, vibrant Jewish community.

At Kehila, we are committed to Jewish excellence in education. Our trilingual program and Platinum EcoSchool certification reflect our belief that academic growth, Jewish identity and care for the world around us belong together. Just as importantly, we strive to ensure that every Jewish child feels welcomed, valued and celebrated, regardless of their family’s affiliation or denomination.

These values feel especially meaningful as we approach Chanukah. This year, our Chanukah celebration will extend beyond our school families to welcome the wider Jewish community of Hamilton.We look forward to gathering for communal candle lighting, food, arts and crafts, activities for all ages and a dreidel tournament! We hope the celebration will offer an opportunity for shared simcha and pride in our student's 

We hope the celebration will be an opportunity to share in the simcha of Chanukah and celebrate our students’ work. Whether or not you have a connection to Kehila Heschel, you are warmly invited to celebrate with us. 

Chag Chanukah Sameach!