Testimonials - Our Parents Speak

I get profound satisfaction seeing my children learn about a background that stretches back into history as an unbroken chain. I wanted my children to have a level of comfort with their religion. This is not attainable in Sunday school; I never felt it. This also gives a child a great feeling of identification. As they reach adolescence they don't need to dye their hair or pierce their nose to create a sense of identity. It is a much smoother, gentler transition into Middle School.

The teachers are all excellent and this kind of education is very rich. Also, I think there is a certain "aura" to Jewish Day School kids that is not seen in private school kids. At their best they are kind, well-spoken, and confident. I noticed this before I sent my kids to JCDS. I wanted my kids to have that "aura". Lastly, I don't think good schools are about beautiful grounds and facilities; they are about the people in the building.

Laura Mernoff, mother of Rachel, alumni and Gabriel

Our daughter has blossomed in Pre-K. Her teachers are thoughtful, creative and support her development in all areas. She loves to go to school. While we are always impressed by the education our daughter receives at JCDSRI, as an interfaith family, we also feel fully accepted and supported.

 Amy Goldberg, mother of Annabelle