D’var Torah: Parashat Shoftim
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…
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!
Parent Guardian Association Upcoming Events Mark your calendars for our events! Keep an eye out for additional events through the school’s newsletter, “The Week Ahead,”…
Remember to make your tax-deductible gift to the One Fund before December 31 for 2024 tax benefits.JCHS will be closed from Friday, December 20 – January 5. To ensure your gift is processed…
Earlier in the month, The Parent Guardian Association set up an option for teachers to enjoy a relaxing massage, a gift card, and some treats…
CLICK HERE TO APPLY APPLICATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 JCHS Student Ambassador Vision To help foster an inclusive, supportive, and engaging atmosphere at JCHS by…
Updated June 15, 2023 COLLEGE ADVISING CALENDAR CLASS OF 2024 SENIOR COLLEGE WORKSHOP MONDAY, AUGUST 149:30 AM – 12:30 PM More details TBA, contact Ms….
With the upcoming winter break, many of us will likely participate in activities such as traveling, spending time with those close to us, and celebrating…
Rebecca Golbert and Doug Crane (parents of Mira ’23 and Sam ’25) As parents, we’re lucky to have a magnificent library with a librarian who…
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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 |