September 29, 2023
Hearts and Soles: CJA's Annual Terry Fox Walk & Run
This week, students, staff, and nearly 50 dedicated volunteers came together for the annual Terry Fox Walk & Run at the Calgary Jewish Academy. This event, led by the passionate…
September 22, 2023
A Day of Compassion and Connection: Students at the CJA Engage in Meaningful Experiential Activities Ahead of Yom Kippur
On September 21st, 2023, students at the Calgary Jewish Academy engaged in two extraordinary experiential activities that beautifully blended the spirit of compassion and spiritual reflection. With Jewish communities around…
September 21, 2023
Unpacking Yom Kippur: The Red Suitcase Experience at Calgary Jewish Academy
At the Calgary Jewish Academy, education goes beyond textbooks and classrooms. We believe that learning about important cultural and religious traditions should be engaging and memorable. That’s why we’ve introduced…
September 11, 2023
Empowering Resilience: The Grade 2 Class at the Calgary Jewish Academy's Journey with 'Alma & the Worry Stone'
The first week back to school can sometimes feel a bit intimidating, but at the Calgary Jewish Academy, the Grade 2 class embarked on a heartwarming journey to tackle their…
August 31, 2023
Saying the Shehecheyanu to Start the School Year
At the CJA, to start the year off right, we are encouraging our students to say the Shehecheyanu. Typically one would say the Shehecheyanu at certain moments throughout the year,…
June 15, 2023
Language Learning: Celebrating Calgary Jewish Academy's French Program
The Calgary Jewish Academy is committed to providing a comprehensive education that prepares students for success in a diverse and interconnected world. Among the outstanding programs offered, the French program…
June 14, 2023
Transforming Perspectives: A Journey of Compassion and Wisdom
By Lesley Machon In their English Language Arts class, CJA students were honoured to connect with the esteemed palliative care physician, cognitive behavioural therapist, and acclaimed author, Dr. Kathryn Mannix,…
June 9, 2023
Grade 8's in Washington D.C. - Day 5
Today our day started with a visit to the Museum of the Bible. We began by meeting with the museum rabbi and he talked to us all about being a…
June 9, 2023
Grade 8's in Washington D.C. - Day 4
Today was full of walking around to see all the different memorials and monuments in Washington. We started our day heading to the Jefferson Memorial. There were some prominent quotes…