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The GHA Mission
"We are a Family"

Mission 


Greenfield Hebrew Academy is a community day school that provides an exceptional education in both General and Judaic Studies in a unique environment that reflects the richness of Jewish life and embraces the diversity of our students. Interaction between our students, teachers and parents fosters a closeness we call the "GHA Family."

Our Core Values include:

  • We have been Atlanta's community day school for over 50 years. Our community includes the broadest possible spectrum of Atlanta's Jewish community, and is united by the shared values of the Jewish people. These values include the unity of the Jewish people (klal yisrael), belief in God (emunah), moral and ethical behavior (derech eretz), and making the world a better place (tikkun olam).
  • Exceptional education cultivates each student's distinctive talents: to inform the mind, develop the body and enlighten the spirit. Our passionate, talented and experienced faculty guide our children on their journey towards maturity and intellectual growth. Our programs endorse and challenge multiple learning styles; the total development of each student is paramount. Our graduates succeed at Atlanta's finest high schools and the most esteemed universities and yeshivot.
  • General Studies consists of a rigorous curriculum which includes language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. Elective and specialty programs that include technology, choir, band, art, clubs and athletics engage our students beyond the books. Creative and critical thinking, intellectual curiosity and a love for learning are major objectives. Our children are challenged to achieve their potential and then go further.
  • The Judaic teachings and practices of our school adhere to a traditional (halachic) interpretation of laws and customs. We teach the classical Jewish texts in their original languages, inspiring our students and grounding them in morals and ethics. Our philosophy is inclusive -- our children are confident in their own religious expression; they are also comfortable with the different expressions of their classmates.
  • The historical and religious importance of the State of Israel is central to our teaching, programs and philosophy. Our students develop a strong connection to Israel and its people; they understand and converse in the Modern Hebrew language. We believe that the ideals and democratic principles of the United States of America are fundamental to our lives as American Jews.
  • An emphasis on genuine respect and concern for each member of our community creates the warmth we call a unique environment. Interaction between our students, teachers and parents fosters a closeness we call the "GHA Family."