Rashim Elections
It’s time for the 10th-12th grade Rashim elections! (9th-grade elections will be held later in September). We encourage anyone who is interested in representing their grade to consider running for a spot…
It’s time for the 10th-12th grade Rashim elections! (9th-grade elections will be held later in September). We encourage anyone who is interested in representing their grade to consider running for a spot…
by Joe Gindi, Jewish Studies Teacher Thirty three years ago I was called to the Torah for the first time to chant Parashat Shoftim. As…
See what makes JCHS extraordinary at one of our Open Houses: October 30 or November 3. You’ll have a chance to experience different classes and hear about programs and departments including Athletics, College and Gap Year Advising, Student Support, Performing Arts, Jewish Studies, Math/Science, Humanities, World Languages, Student Life…and more!
by Rabbi Josh Buchin, Dean of 11th & 12th Grades In this week’s Torah portion, Moses delivers his farewell address to the Israelites as they…
by Rabbi Howard Jacoby Ruben, Head of School My childhood rabbi used to tell the story about Ben, a boy lost in the woods. He…
The JCHS Student Life Team is thrilled to welcome all incoming ninth graders to orientation on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 9:00 am -2:30 pm. Our…
Dear JCHS School Community, This is horribly real and none of us – in Israel or here – were prepared. It is heartbreaking to hear…
Student leaders have stepped up to launch over 25 clubs this year, ranging from activity-based (Lit Mag, Self Defense, Debate Club) to affinity-based (GSA, PoC…
Although most popularly translated as “prayer” or “worship,” tefillah is more literally defined as introspection and reflection. Our Tefillah program is meant to promote personal and…
Jewish Community High School of the Bay
1835 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA 94115
Phone: 415.345.9777
The Jewish Community High School of the Bay (JCHS) is a unique college preparatory high school committed to integrating deep learning, universal wisdom, and Jewish values. We empower each student to embrace their Jewish identity, generate empathy and compassion, delight in lifelong education, and improve the world.
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JCHS is grateful for generous operational, programmatic, and financial support from:
This calendar is subject to change.
Please refer to the JCHS website calendar for the most up-to-date information
Tuesday, August 23 | Freshman Welcome Retreat |
Wednesday, August 24 | Transfer Orientation |
Thursday, August 25 | First Day of Classes |
Monday, September 5 | No Classes – Labor Day |
Thursday, September 8 | Back to School Night/New Parent Orientation |
Friday – Sunday, September 23-25 | All-School Shabbaton |
Monday – Tuesday, September 26-27 . | No Classes – Rosh Hashanah |
Wednesday, September 28 | No Classes – Professional Development Day |
Tuesday, October 4 | Virtual Day – 2:20 Early Release – Erev Yom Kippur |
Wednesday, October 5 | No Classes – Yom Kippur |
Monday – Tuesday, October 10-11 | No Classes – Sukkot |
Monday – Tuesday, October 17-18 | No Classes – Shemini Atzeret/ Simchat Torah |
Thursday, November 10 | No Classes – Faculty Meeting Day /Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences (Evening) |
Friday, November 11 | No Classes – Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences |
Monday, November 21 | Virtual Day – 3:20 Release – Thanksgiving Week |
Tuesday, November 22 | Virtual Day – 3:20 Release – Thanksgiving Week |
Wednesday – Friday, November 23–25 | No Classes – Thanksgiving Break |
Monday, December 19 – Monday, January 2 | No Classes – Winter Break |
Tuesday, January 3 | Classes Resume |
Monday, January 16 | No Classes – MLK Day |
Thursday, February 16 | Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences (Evening) |
Friday, February 17 | No Classes – Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences |
Monday, February 20 | No Classes – Presidents Day |
Sunday – Monday, March 5–20 | Journey (Grade 11) |
Sunday – Thursday, March 12-16 | Journey (Grades 9, 10 & 12) |
Friday, March 17 | No Classes for Grades 9, 10 & 12 – Journey Recovery Day |
Tuesday, March 21 | No Classes for Grade 11 – Journey Recovery Day |
Monday – Friday, April 3–14 | No Classes – Pesach Break |
Friday, May 26 | No Classes – Shavuot I |
Monday, May 29 | No Classes – Memorial Day |
Friday & Monday – Thursday, June 2 & 5-8 | Final Exams (Grades 9-11) |
Thursday, June 8 | Graduation |