A Joyful Shabbat Celebration at Calgary Jewish Academy’s PJ Goes to Preschool

February 12, 2024

A Joyful Shabbat Celebration at Calgary Jewish Academy's PJ Goes to Preschool

On February 9th, 2024, the Calgary Jewish Academy (CJA) opened its doors to families across Calgary for the heartwarming celebration of our annual PJ Goes to Preschool event. In collaboration…

Hanukkah Celebrations at the CJA

December 21, 2023

Hanukkah Celebrations at the CJA

Hanukkah at the CJA was a unique blend of celebration, tradition and excitement. Throughout the eight days students took part in various activities that not only honoured our Jewish holiday…

Honouring Remembrance Day at the CJA

November 17, 2023

Honouring Remembrance Day at the CJA

On November 10th, the Calgary Jewish Academy (CJA) gathered to honor and commemorate Remembrance Day with a meaningful assembly led by our grade 4 students. In the days leading up…

Building Bridges of Compassion: CJA Students Extend Support to Students in Israel

October 25, 2023

Building Bridges of Compassion: CJA Students Extend Support to Students in Israel

In times of hardship, the human spirit shines brightest when it reaches out across borders to offer a helping hand. Recently, students at the Calgary Jewish Academy (CJA) demonstrated the…

Hearts and Soles: CJA’s Annual Terry Fox Walk & Run

September 29, 2023

Hearts and Soles: CJA's Annual Terry Fox Walk & Run

This week, students, staff, and nearly 50 dedicated volunteers came together for the annual Terry Fox Walk & Run at the Calgary Jewish Academy. This event, led by the passionate…

A Day of Compassion and Connection: Students at the CJA Engage in Meaningful Experiential Activities Ahead of Yom Kippur

September 22, 2023

A Day of Compassion and Connection: Students at the CJA Engage in Meaningful Experiential Activities Ahead of Yom Kippur

On September 21st, 2023, students at the Calgary Jewish Academy engaged in two extraordinary experiential activities that beautifully blended the spirit of compassion and spiritual reflection. With Jewish communities around…

Unpacking Yom Kippur: The Red Suitcase Experience at Calgary Jewish Academy

September 21, 2023

Unpacking Yom Kippur: The Red Suitcase Experience at Calgary Jewish Academy

At the Calgary Jewish Academy, education goes beyond textbooks and classrooms. We believe that learning about important cultural and religious traditions should be engaging and memorable. That’s why we’ve introduced…

Empowering Resilience: The Grade 2 Class at the Calgary Jewish Academy’s Journey with ‘Alma & the Worry Stone’

September 11, 2023

Empowering Resilience: The Grade 2 Class at the Calgary Jewish Academy's Journey with 'Alma & the Worry Stone'

The first week back to school can sometimes feel a bit intimidating, but at the Calgary Jewish Academy, the Grade 2 class embarked on a heartwarming journey to tackle their…

Saying the Shehecheyanu to Start the School Year

August 31, 2023

Saying the Shehecheyanu to Start the School Year

At the CJA, to start the year off right, we are encouraging our students to say the Shehecheyanu. Typically one would say the Shehecheyanu at certain moments throughout the year,…