HAFTR HS stages open house

HAFTR High School’s open house showcased the school’s impressive facilities and innovative curriculum.

As prospective students and their parents entered the building, they were welcomed with banners, upbeat music, and warm smiles. The program began with welcoming remarks from aomi Lippman, head of school; Dr. Joshua Wyner, principal; Rabbi Ira Wallach, rosh yeshiva, and Student Council Presidents Tehilla Kaffash and Zachary Strauss (pictured).

Participants were able to glimpse HAFTR life through an engaging podcast video featuring students sharing their positive experiences.

Participants broke up into groups and began touring the building, stepping into classrooms, meeting teachers, and experiencing a bit of what a day at HAFTR feels like.

They attended informational sessions and mini-lessons, getting a preview of many of HAFTR’s engaging courses, including in the Humanities, Limudei Kodesh, STEAM, and Science Departments.

Parents participated in “Creating Connections,” where they could speak with administration and faculty in a round-robin format.

Meanwhile, students met with Elie Hirt, student engagement and ecruitment coordinator, and student representatives.

After the tour, everyone gathered in the gym for a beautiful collation, ending the program on a delicious note.

Visitors saw a display of clubs and extracurricular programs, learned about academic support and college counseling, explored displays from the Technology and Innovation Center and Art Institute, STEM and Robotics projects, and digital design work that showcased the hands-on spirit at HAFTR High School.