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AMHSI Staff & Educators
Week 1 with Explore Israel and Entrepreneurship
Posted by Reuven Spero - AMHSI Educator on 07.05.24Follow two of our summer groups in their first week as they explore Israel's rich history and vibrant experiences.Read More -
Student Blog
Forming a Connection
Posted by Ari Schwartzman - Summer 2024: Classic Israel on 06.27.24A visit to Mount Herzl was the catalyst of connection for this Classic Israel high school student.Read More -
Alumni Spotlight
How Muss Helped Me Become a Jewish Leader - An Alumna Spotlight
Posted by Phoebe Nissanoff - Spring Semester 2023 on 06.24.24“What are you going to do with everything that you learned throughout this experience, and what is going to be your next step as a Jewish leader?” Phoebe Nissanoff is proud to say that Muss gave her the tools to help make a difference.Read More -
Alumni Spotlight
Reshaping My Jewish Identity with Muss - An Alumna Spotlight
Posted by Barri Seitz - Summer 2021: Foundations Israel on 06.20.24Barri Seitz, a Muss legacy, aluma, and current college sophomore, explains how Alexander Muss High School in Israel helped prepare her for the challenges ahead, in college and beyond.Read More -
Holiday Blog
Rooted in Heritage: Shavuot at Alexander Muss High School in Israel
Posted by Alexander Muss High School in Israel on 06.07.24Explore the profound connections between the stories of Ruth and King David and the celebration of Shavuot at Alexander Muss High School in Israel.Read More -
Student Blog
Commemoration and Celebration
Posted by Noa Mittelman - Spring Semester 2024 on 05.21.24A Spring Semester 2024 student describes the dual experiences of Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmut while in Israel.Read More -
AMHSI Staff & Educators
Israelis Are Known for Being Direct
Posted by Hannah Boronski - AMHSI Educator on 05.16.24During a week of festivities and commemorative events for Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmut, an AMHSI teacher weighs in.Read More -
AMHSI Staff & Educators
Yom HaShoah This Year
Posted by Sima Oberlander - AMHSI Educator on 05.09.24"This year, Yom Hashoah feels different." Reflecting on Yom Hashoah this year, this educator intertwines personal history to emphasize the role that resilience has in overcoming every challenge.Read More -
Alumni Spotlight
What Israel Means to Me - An Alum Spotlight
Posted by Mallory Mosner - Spring Semester 2008 on 05.06.24Mallory Mosner, a spring semester '08 graduate, reflects on everything Israel means to them, and the impact that AMHSI has had, even years later.Read More -
AMHSI Staff & Educators
Let’s Talk About Hope
Posted by Hepzibah Alon - AMHSI Educator on 05.01.24AMHSI educator, Hepzibah Alon, explores the power of dialogue and the transformative nature of hope amidst the current conflict.Read More -
AMHSI Staff & Educators
Menschlech'keit, Wonderment, and AMHSI
Posted by Reuven Spero - AMHSI Educator on 04.28.24Beloved AMHSI educator, Reuven Spero, reflects on what Passover and being Jewish mean to him, as well as his many years teaching at AMHSI. He will be missed when he retires later this month.Read More -
Alumni Spotlight
How Muss Informed the Person I Am Today - An Alumna Spotlight
Posted by Natalie Lewis - Spring Semester 2019 on 04.25.24An Alexander Muss High School in Israel Alumna considers the impact that Muss has had on her life today, as she prepares to graduate from college.Read More -
Student Blog
This Passover, I Am Looking Forward to Returning to Israel
Posted by Evan Caplan - Spring Semester 2024 on 04.18.24As this student prepares to return home to the U.S. for Passover, he cannot wait to return back to Israel next week.Read More -
AMHSI Staff & Educators
Pesach This Year
Posted by Hadassah Solomon - AMHSI Educator on 04.17.24"Pesach this year is not irrelevant, we simply need to shift the focus." Hear from an AMHSI educator on how we can refocus this year, to celebrate Pesach and retain hope for the future.Read More -
Teen Volunteer in Israel Missions
My Teen Volunteer in Israel Mission
Posted by Louisa Gordon - Teen Volunteer in Israel Mission, March 18-24, 2024 on 04.16.24Read about why Louisa courageously chose to spend her Spring Break volunteering in Israel.Read More -
Student Blog
Shabbat in Israel
Posted by Mia Farkash - Spring Semester 2024 on 04.11.24"Shabbat reminds us to take a moment to appreciate the people in our lives and the blessings we have." A Spring Semester student explains the power of Shabbat in Israel.Read More -
Student Blog
Teen Volunteer in Israel Missions
180 Days Since October 7 - Teen Volunteer in Israel Reflection
Posted by Micah Bidner & Shir Levenson - Teen Volunteer in Israel Mission, March 2024 on 04.05.24"Why is it important to us to go to Israel now?" Learn the answer from two Teen Volunteer in Israel Missions participants.Read More -
Student Blog
"Because of the War, I Didn’t Know What to Expect"
Posted by Haley Berger - Spring Semester 2024 on 04.05.24"Living in Israel at this time has changed my life in more ways than one." A Spring Semester student explains the effect that Muss has had on her, and what she will be taking home with her in June.Read More -
AMHSI Staff & Educators
What Are We Doing?
Posted by Dr. Moshe Glasser - AMHSI Educator on 03.28.24An AMHSI teacher gives his point of view on all the events on campus in Israel over the last few months, and what it means for the future.Read More