Belief Statements

Moral and character development through Torah ideals must informs all areas of the
school culture based on the precept that each individual is created in the image of
Hashem.
Student learning is the chief priority that impacts all decisions regarding the school
experience.
All students can learn. Students are provided with a variety of instructional strategies
to support their varied learning styles.
Central to girls’ chinuch are deeply committed, superior teachers who motivate their
students to strive for excellence, develop a sense of self and an eagerness to learn, in
a warm and nurturing environment.
Parents are essential to their child's education. A collaborative relationship between
parents and teachers enhances learning opportunities, educational progress and
school success.
חסד programs and projects both inside and outside of school are essential to Jewish
learning.
Co-curricular and extra-curricular programming and activities are necessary to
enable each student to fully develop her potential.
Medinat Yisrael a gift from Hashem, central to the Jewish people and the support of its
well-being is a responsibility of every Jew. The Shulamith School for Girls’ curriculum,
programming and overall tone reflect and emphasize this basic precept.
Students must learn to appreciate the democratic ideals and freedom of the United
States of America.