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Portland Jewish Academy

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6651 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97219
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Portland Jewish Academy is an independent, inclusive, Jewish community school that welcomes families of all backgrounds, serving students 6 weeks through 8th grade.

PJA offers a well-rounded education infused with Jewish values that emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, social-emotional learning, community engagement, and character development. PJA students are empowered to think for themselves and work for the world. Bus service available. Schedule a personal tour of the campus and see the school in action.Visit pjaproud.org to learn more.

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Check out PJA's Summer Discovery Program

Open to everyone ages 4-15! Explore your creativity, discover your talents, nurture your curiosity, and broaden your horizons at PJA’s Summer Discovery Program. PJA offers enriching classes from experienced, professional teachers. Learn coding, experiment with string arts, construct elaborate Lego sculptures, and more! Exercise your brain, explore, and have fun discovering new learning in a fun, nurturing way.
Learn more at pjaproud.org/summer

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Early Childhood (6 weeks through Pre-K)

  • Child-centered and play-based instruction emphasizes social and emotional development, cognitive skills and exploration.
  • Inclusive settings recognize children’s diverse abilities and learning styles.
  • Flexible scheduling puts families’ and children’s needs first.

Day School (K-5th grade)

  • PJA’s hands-on interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizes collaborative learning, critical thinking, character development and community engagement.
  • Smaller classes with a 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio allow for personalized attention and differentiated learning.
  • Hebrew language is a core part of a PJA education, offering all the benefits of learning a second language early in life.

Middle School (6th-8th grade)

  • Robust instruction incorporates health, wellness and exploratories such as drama, gardening, animation, cooking, photography and much more.
  • Close-knit community provides time to grow up in a safe and nurturing environment.
  • Caring faculty encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning and become advocates for themselves.

Campus Highlights:

  • Learning Commons includes an extensive library collection curated by our full-time certified librarian
  • Outdoor playgrounds and gardens
  • Art studio, music studio, science lab and makerspace
  • Indoor Sportsplex and full-size gym

Visit pjaproud.org to learn more.

Phone: 503-244-0126
Organization Email: office@pjaproud.org

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