About us
Mission Statement
The Vision of Akiva Academy is to be recognized, respected and valued throughout the Calgary Jewish Community as a place of excellence in Secular, Hebrew & Judaic learning.The Mission of Akiva Academy is to welcome all Jewish families and to provide excellence in Secular, Hebrew & Judaic education while instilling a love of Judaism. In order to fulfill this mission we:
Recognize the individual educational needs of each child, and provide strategies for them to learn to their full potential;
Investigate new methods of teaching to ensure the best methods of learning;
Immerse the children in Hebrew language by ensuring that Hebrew is taught by native Hebrew speakers, and teach through Ivrit b'Ivrit;
Nurture the characteristics of “Menschlichkeit” to promote the development of a caring, sensitive and socially responsible Jew who will be a source of strength to our community;
Teach and model Torah values with sensitivity and respect towards individuals’ religious observances and philosophies;
Enrich secular learning skills, such as critical thinking, through Judaic learning; Provide a meaningful Jewish education emphasizing knowledge, skills and values in order to strengthen Jewish identities, thereby encouraging children to make informed choices about their Jewish life;
Foster a lifelong love of learning that will motivate children throughout their lives, developing in each child a positive self-image and high self-esteem;
Provide a welcoming environment that is open to all Jewish families & foster a sense of community both within the school and the greater Calgary Jewish Community;
Instill in our students an attachment to the State of Israel and its people as well as a sense of responsibility for their welfare.
140 Haddon Road SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2Y3. Call Now :- (403) 258-1312