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Shalom! Welcome to Associated Hebrew Schools!
שלום וברוכים הבאים לבית הספר הקהילתי – אסוסיאייטיד
Our
Purpose
Our
Community
The AHS community represents a wide range of cultures, socio-economic backgrounds, families, beliefs, perspectives, and streams of Jewish observance. This diversity strengthens and enriches us, fostering an environment where every voice is valued.
Our
Values
Together
we are shaping the future of Jewish education
At AHS, we place community, creativity, and the shared Jewish story at the heart of everything we do. Together we are laying the foundations for the future of Jewish education.
We invite you to become part of the AHS family and join us on this incredible journey.
AHS has a long history of serving Toronto’s Jewish community. Throughout our 118-year history, AHS has been in many different locations and has been known by a number of different names. It has included afternoon school, Bet Hayeled, Elementary, Middle School, Junior High, High School; it has served as a Jewish community centre and as the heart of Jewish life in Toronto for over a century.
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Throughout the past century-plus, AHS has continued to stay true to the values that drove its inception in 1907, to inspire students and families with the strength of tradition and the power of innovation in an ever-changing world, and to remain on the forefront of educational excellence. We can’t wait to continue serving the community and making history for Toronto’s Jewish community together.
A Longstanding Legacy of Learning
Associated Hebrew Schools has a rich history. From the school’s inception, Associated has charted a visionary path that has shaped the character of Jewish education in Toronto.
In 1907, the Simcoe Street Talmud Torah, under the leadership of Rabbi Jacob Gordon z”I, broke new ground. Modern Hebrew language was used to teach Judaic subjects. Secular courses were integrated to expand into a full-day school, and children from across the diverse Jewish community learned side-by-side.
110-Year Educational Mission
The result of our over 110-year educational mission speaks for itself. Associated’s three branches include two elementary schools and one middle school, housed at two campuses: The Hurwich Education Centre (Bathurst and Finch) and The Posluns Education Centre (Bathurst and Neptune). Each Elementary branch includes early years entry at Bet Hayeled, which starts our students on a dynamic learning journey of tradition and innovation.
Pioneers, World Citizens, Pride For Israel
Our graduates include pioneers in medicine, noted authors, and historians. They are Jewish educators, media and entertainment personalities. They are accomplished in business and are changing the world through innovation.
Above all, they are citizens of the world with the grounding that comes from seeing the world through a Jewish lens and a fierce pride for Israel