Our Vision The Calgary Jewish Academy is your Jewish community school.  CJA students excel within our superior Alberta and Judaic academic programs. Every child’s unique needs are met within an inclusive, nurturing and safe environment. Academic excellence is fostered by engaged and passionate teachers who encourage each individual to achieve their own personal best. Students, from all Jewish backgrounds, are inspired to learn about their religion, heritage, and culture. Our graduates move forward in life, demonstrating the Jewish values of Gemilut Hassadim (helping others) and Menschlekeit (striving to be good people), knowledgeable and confident in their Jewish identity. Our Mission In support of the Vision, it is our mission to: Create unsurpassed student learning through innovative and high quality instruction Celebrate individual and unique needs through programs designed for a diverse student body Respect a wide range of personal beliefs and practices Stimulate the imagination Enrich our students’ educational experiences both inside and outside the school Develop Jewish literacy through the teaching of Jewish culture, religion and languages Foster a Jewish way of life through a deep and meaningful understanding of Judaic concepts Strengthen Jewish identity Connect to Israel through the Israel Experience Trip Broaden the development of our children through quality extracurricular, arts and sport programs Ensure that no child is denied a Jewish education Integrate technology and computer-based programming Embrace change What We Value at the CJA: Love of learning and intellectual curiosity Judaism and Israel Creativity, imagination, and individuality Excellence and achievement Menschlekeit (striving to be a good person), friendship, and acceptance Physical well-being Respect of others and ourselves Diversity, inclusion, and tolerance Tzedakah (generosity) and Gemilut Hassadim (helping others) Citizenship, leadership, and Tikkun Olam (repairing the world)