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3300 Henry Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19129

info@philadelphiahebrewpublic.org

Welcome to Philadelphia Hebrew Public Charter School

Philadelphia Hebrew Public charter school’s mission is to inspire and prepare its diverse student body for advanced studies through a rigorous k-8 curriculum, instruction in Modern Hebrew, and the integration of global citizenship competencies.

Our goal is to provide an education that prepares your children for an ever-expanding world. As such, we not only provide high-quality instruction, but we aim to develop values such as empathy, social and civic responsibility, and global citizenship. Our robust program includes English, Math, Science, Social Studies (including Israel Studies), Modern Hebrew, Music, Art, Physical Education, and Social and Emotional Learning. We hold our students to a high level of academic expectation, rooted in the belief “Success for Every Student.” We differentiate our instruction and employ best practices in education to meet each child’s needs.  While the teachers, students, and staff work together each day, it is our families that round out our school community and continue to make Philadelphia Hebrew Public a special place for all. We encourage you to be active participants in the school’s life. Participating in our Neighborhood Networks, being a trip chaperone, or volunteering at some of our many events are just a few ways you can contribute. We are committed to engaging you and sharing the education experience with all of our families.

As part of our special global citizenship mission, we also help students become global citizens who learn important values. OLAM is the Hebrew word for “world,” and we use it as an acronym to describe these values, which include: 
● Outstanding Problem-Solvers
● Lifelong Learners 
● Aware Communicators
● Making a Difference 

We believe that children who develop these values will be able to succeed in high school, college, the workplace, and their communities, while making the world a better place!

Philadelphia Hebrew Public At a Glance

Opened in

2019

Serving students in grades

K-5
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Students

432

Teachers

50

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Become a part of the Hebrew Public family… 

  • Application Launch: September 22, 2023
  • Application Deadline: January 22, 2024
  • Common Lottery Date: February 7, 2024
  • Common Notification Date: February 9, 2024
  • Common Acceptance Date: February 23, 2024
  • Application Pause: January 23, 2024-February 25, 2024 

Together, with our community, we are committed to creating the best environment for your children to learn and thrive. 

Hebrew teacher Elana Weinberg explains Hebrew Public’s approach to teaching children a second language.
Leadership

Emily Hurst

אמילי הרסט

Executive Director

Elyssa Yuen

אליסה יואן

Head of School

Nikki Pullin

ניקיי פולן

Dean of Culture

Veronica Williams

ורוניקה וויליאמס

Dean of Academics

Phillip Smith

פיליפ סמית׳

Director of Student Supports

Sarah Hanrahan

שרה הנרהן

Associate Dean of Academics

Aleshia Kellman

אלישה קלמן

Director of Operations

Board of Trustees

David H. Sorkin,  Board Chair

Ernest Paige, Vice Chair

Noemi Zibuts, Secretary

Veronica Bakhrakh, Trustee

Sigalit Grego, Trustee

Angela Mirizzi-Olsen, Trustee

Bonita Sussman, Trustee

2023-24 Board Meeting Calendar

Thursday, July 20, 2023

Thursday,  August 10, 2023

Thursday, September 21, 2023

Thursday, October 19, 2023

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Thursday, December 21, 2023

Thursday, January 11, 2024

Thursday, February 8, 2024

Thursday, March 14, 2024

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Thursday, May 9, 2024

Thursday, June 20, 2024
** All board meetings are to begin at 6:30 pm unless otherwise noted 

 
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