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Chag Chumash: Celebrating Tradition and Torah at HBHA in 2024
The fifth graders took turns standing inside the voter box helping the kindergartners read their choices for who they could vote for. Photo by Elia Ellis
America and HBHA Votes 2024!
Photo by Noah Bergh
A Day Under the Moon
In Kansas, over 54% of all civil seizures happen during traffic stops.
Modern Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform and Judaism’s Two Cents on Reform
Many banned books sit around collecting dust in the closets of Kansas’ public schools, meanwhile the important message of what lies inside just sits and waits to be read.
Banning Book Bans: Follow This Year’s 2023-24 Social Justice Project
Photo by Jake Sosland
Chag Chumash: Celebrating Tradition and Torah at HBHA in 2024
The fifth graders took turns standing inside the voter box helping the kindergartners read their choices for who they could vote for. Photo by Elia Ellis
America and HBHA Votes 2024!
Photo by Noah Bergh
A Day Under the Moon
One of HBHA's new addition animals, the mourning gecko, licking droplets of water off the glass.
The HBHA Zoo: A Quick Introduction to the Animals of the HBHA Science Lab
Middle school students welcome Kansas Governor Laura Kelly to HBHA.
Governor of Kansas Laura Kelly Visits HBHA in Support of the Jewish Community
The Mystery Across the Street
The Mystery Across the Street
Big Campaign, Small Margins: Inside the Run for Kansas State Legislature with Dan Osman
Big Campaign, Small Margins: Inside the Run for Kansas State Legislature with Dan Osman
It’s Fur Real-There’s a new animal shelter in KC
It’s Fur Real-There’s a new animal shelter in KC
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Kansas Teens Announce Candidacy for 2018 Gubernatorial Election
Races for House and Senate Seats Heat-Up in Kansas and Missouri
Races for House and Senate Seats Heat-Up in Kansas and Missouri
A year like no other: 2020 recapped
A year like no other: 2020 recapped
The First Female & Black Vice President and another Old Guy in Office-- What’s new in Politics?
The First Female & Black Vice President and another Old Guy in Office– What’s new in Politics?
Just When We Thought A Pandemic Was Enough: Now, The Masks You Wear To Protect Yourself Jeopardize The Environment
Just When We Thought A Pandemic Was Enough: Now, The Masks You Wear To Protect Yourself Jeopardize The Environment
The impeachment process is happening: What does that really mean?
The impeachment process is happening: What does that really mean?
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Let My People Stay: Jewish Leaders Arrested On Capitol Hill After Demanding A Clean Dream Act
Rams on the Run: A Partnership with University Academy
Rams on the Run: A Partnership with University Academy
Rams on the Run: A Successful Cross Country Meet
Rams on the Run: A Successful Cross Country Meet
Rams on the Run: Rams Conquer Tucker’s Tremendous Tower
Rams on the Run: Rams Conquer Tucker’s Tremendous Tower
Rams on the Run: Jewish Hip-Hop Poet Visits KC
Rams on the Run: Jewish Hip-Hop Poet Visits KC
Photo by Adena Goldberg. Sophomore Sam Matsil shows off his strength as he lifts the Torah.
Six-Column-Sam!
Personification of the silenced media.
Media Coverage Strays from War in Ukraine
The Climeworks DAC+S system, located in Reykjavik, Iceland.
Turning Up the Heat on Climate Change: Iceland’s 0.42 Acres of Carbon Redemption
On patrol in North East Bamyian with Kiwi Team One, performing both mounted and dismounted patrols The NZ PRT Bamyan is tasked with maintaining security in Bamyan Province. It does this by conducting frequent presence patrols throughout the province. The PRT also supports the provincial and local government by providing advice and assistance to the Provincial Governor, the Afghan National Police and district sub-governors. Thirdly the NZ PRT identifies, prepares and provides project management for NZAID projects within the region. These are contracted to Afghan companies who hire local workers to assist with the completion of these projects. Thus each project provides new amenities, and also provides employment in the region.
The Fall of Afghanistan
baby and mom during a coronavirus pandemic
States Begin Removing Mask Mandates: What Does This Mean For The Future Of The Pandemic?
Tensions Peak As North Korean Missile Reaches 480 Mile Heights
Tensions Peak As North Korean Missile Reaches 480 Mile Heights
The fifth graders took turns standing inside the voter box helping the kindergartners read their choices for who they could vote for. Photo by Elia Ellis
America and HBHA Votes 2024!
The memoir dives into Kanders struggles and triumphs through his battle with PTSD. Photo by Ethan Sosland.
Jason Kander’s War with Identity: An Exclusive Interview
Fueling a Recession: A Student Perspective on Volatile Gas Prices
Fueling a Recession: A Student Perspective on Volatile Gas Prices
Inside NFT’s: What are they and why are they so successful?
Inside NFT’s: What are they and why are they so successful?
A New Era for Amazon: Jeff Bezos Steps Down as CEO
A New Era for Amazon: Jeff Bezos Steps Down as CEO
Photo by Ruby Sokol
Wellness Revolution: The Trend That Should Never Die
Influencers posting their skincare routines. Image by Ruby Sokol and Norah Pabst.
Trading Barbies for Beauty Products: the Plight of the Sephora Kid
Photo courtesy of MCHE
Together We Remember
Friends supporting each other through tough times. Photo taken by Gabrielle Sosland.
A Struggle For My Friend is a Struggle For Me
Photo by Saphire Hobbs
Four New Faces Added to the HBHA Faculty
Image by Orli Zigler
The Increase in Antisemitism in High Schools Post October 7th
Image by Gabrielle Sosland
Is Fasting on Yom Kippur an Obligation Within Your Jewish Identity?
Jewish texts can be interpreted with hidden Kabbalistic meanings to enhance any Jewish experience. Applying this thought to prayer can spiritually connect us and G-d on a more intricate level. Photo by Avital Mullokandova
Kabbalistic Introspective of the Yom Kippur Journey
Photo courtesy of Evie Gardner
The Positive Effects of Attending a Jewish Summer Camp
These BBYO high school teens climbed Masada together during sunrise. This is an experience one on a typical Israel trip might have. Image courtesy of Josh Sandler
How Did the Current Israel-Hamas Conflict Affect My Summer Israel Plans?
The Great “Value” of Leadership: Arrogance, Humility, and Joseph’s Untimely Death
The Great “Value” of Leadership: Arrogance, Humility, and Joseph’s Untimely Death
Rosh Chodesh is for the Women
Rosh Chodesh is for the Women
Parshat Mishpatim begins by outlining the laws of slave owning. Why isn't slavery immediately abolished? (Graphic by Ellie Glickman)
Parshat Mishpatim: Permitted Slavery?
Students gasping at a girl who’s elbows are uncovered
Dress Code and Tzniut in Jewish Schools
Students pray on opposite sides of a mechitza in morning prayers. Image by Tali Gortenburg.
Is Judaism a Sexist Religion? Exploring the Kippah, Tallit, and Tefillin
“Tree of Life,” The Story Of How Judaism Lives On
“Tree of Life,” The Story Of How Judaism Lives On
Picture of Paul Atreides about to go into battle on the movie screen. Photo by Molly Soloman
Dune II: The New Star Wars? No, but Maybe Better
The social expectations of competitive dance cause many curly-haired dancers to straighten their hair.
Is My Curly Hair Not Good Enough For Dance Competitions?
Three first-graders, (left to right) Caleb, Max, and Liam learn about growing trees. When I went to visit and take some pictures for this article, I saw this class reading to their trees which according to Max Lerner, promotes growth and is good for the trees. Photo by Teddy Zitron.
Learning Through Art in Lower School
Student Noah Bergh plays the popular Jewish folk song, “I am a Latke.” Photo by Simon Balanoff.
Jewish Musicians’ Contributions during Times of Persecution
Ram Tracks Ep 1: Royals Rising
Ram Tracks Ep 1: Royals Rising
The current Kansas City Royals stadium is located in Jackson County, Missouri.
Let’s Go Royals! How Was Opening Day 2024?
HBHA’s girls' varsity girls soccer team poses together on media day.
The Girls’ Team Kicks Off Their Varsity Soccer Season
Auerbach smoking a cigar behind Bill Russel after winning the 1966 NBA Finals. (Via Wikimedia Commons)
The Bereshit of Basketball
Retired Rams Return to the Court to Reminisce and Rebound
Retired Rams Return to the Court to Reminisce and Rebound
Image by Gabrielle Sosland
Comfort in Companionship: The Enduring Bond with Stuffed Animals
Photo by Gabrielle Sosland
An October 7th Service: Togetherness Has Never Felt This Lonely
Showing your stomach in an outfit isn’t allowed at HBHA. Image by Gabrielle Sosland
HBHA’s Dress Code: Fostering Community or Division?
Image by Ruby Sokol
Social Media, the Killer of Free Speech
These BBYO high school teens climbed Masada together during sunrise. This is an experience one on a typical Israel trip might have. Image courtesy of Josh Sandler
How Did the Current Israel-Hamas Conflict Affect My Summer Israel Plans?
Photo by Jake Sosland
Chag Chumash: Celebrating Tradition and Torah at HBHA in 2024
Ram Tracks Ep 1: Royals Rising
Ram Tracks Ep 1: Royals Rising
HBHA Civil Rights Learning in 2024
HBHA Civil Rights Learning in 2024
Photo by Noah Bergh
A Day Under the Moon
Three first-graders, (left to right) Caleb, Max, and Liam learn about growing trees. When I went to visit and take some pictures for this article, I saw this class reading to their trees which according to Max Lerner, promotes growth and is good for the trees. Photo by Teddy Zitron.
Learning Through Art in Lower School
Image by Ethan Hobbs.
“We are the next chapter”: Ethan Hobbs Talks Earth-Based Judaism with Rabbi Philmus
The Pokémon Shadow Market of HBHA and Lower Schools across America: EXPOSED
The Pokémon Shadow Market of HBHA and Lower Schools across America: EXPOSED
Though students all over the country have resumes similar to this, many of them are rejected from their dream schools. Image by Annie Fingersh.
The Horrible, No Good, Very Bad College Admission Process
The Great Jewish Debate: Ashkenazic or sephardic food?
The Great Jewish Debate: Ashkenazic or sephardic food?
Death or Glory: The Battle of the Mentoring Olympics
Death or Glory: The Battle of the Mentoring Olympics
We put the Ray in Disarray
We put the Ray in Disarray
Three first-graders, (left to right) Caleb, Max, and Liam learn about growing trees. When I went to visit and take some pictures for this article, I saw this class reading to their trees which according to Max Lerner, promotes growth and is good for the trees. Photo by Teddy Zitron.
Learning Through Art in Lower School
The 4th and 5th graders singing for all their families at the winter showcase. Photo by Elia Ellis.
A Look Into Lower School’s Winter Showcase
The Class of 2032 is Cuter Than Ever: Get to Know This Year's Kindergarteners
The Class of 2032 is Cuter Than Ever: Get to Know This Year’s Kindergarteners
Second Graders’ Reveal Their Poetic Side in the 10th Annual Poetry Cafe
Second Graders’ Reveal Their Poetic Side in the 10th Annual Poetry Cafe
"Howl" By Poet Carlin Kringle – Second Grade
“Howl” By Poet Carlin Kringle – Second Grade
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HBHA and UA Get out the Vote

HBHA and UA Get out the Vote

Ayelet Schuster
November 16, 2018
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