Academics

Educational Philosophy

Education is a core value of Judaism and references to this can be found throughout Jewish religious and scholarly texts. At the CJA, we strive to honour this value through an enriched Alberta curriculum while being inspired to learn about Jewish religion, heritage and culture. We endeavour to create a…

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Elementary (Grades 1–6)

Take the skills and concepts learned in Nursery through Kindergarten to the next level. Our students enter first grade prepared to: read to learn understand the language of mathematics ask and find answers to questions related to science, social studies and Jewish studies In elementary school, students are provided with…

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G.A.I.N

Gifted and Identified Needs At the CJA, we recognize that all students are unique in their strengths, challenges, readiness for learning, and learning styles. We strive to motivate, and equip these individuals with the tools they require to succeed in academic environments, and to reach their full potential in learning,…

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Junior High

By the time students are in Grade Nine they have developed time management, critical thinking and organizational skills through focused study habits. Students are encouraged to ask profound questions to hone their understanding of the world. We take seriously our responsibility to help our students to become respectful and contributing…

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Preschool

Early childhood is a significant period in human development. Independence, initiative, decision making, creativity, the ability to learn, the ability to relate to others and feelings of self-worth all have their beginnings in early childhood. What young children learn at this stage will have a major impact on successful learning…

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