Learning with Purpose. Living with Meaning.
Preschool-12th Grade Modern Orthodox Jewish Day School
Who We Are
Berman Hebrew Academy is the flagship Preschool-12th grade Modern Orthodox Jewish Day School serving the Greater Washington D.C. area. From our inception, we have made an unwavering commitment to academic excellence, religious commitment, and character development. We intentionally develop students with a sense of religious purpose, personal growth, and self-actualization.
The Berman Difference
At Berman, students are known, challenged, and inspired to grow. Our distinctive blend of rigorous academics, meaningful Torah learning, strong relationships, and a deeply connected community empowers each student to develop confidence, purpose, and the skills to make a meaningful impact.
Our Impact
At Berman, growth is measured not only in numbers, but in the opportunities we create for every student. Through investments in exceptional educators, transformative learning experiences, an expanding campus, and access to Jewish education, we are building a stronger future for our students and our community.
A day of fun, connection, and chesed in DC! 💙
Yesterday, our 9th and 10th graders spent the day volunteering at DC Central Kitchen, where they rolled up their sleeves, donned aprons and hairnets, and got to work preparing fresh fruits and vegetables and assembling healthy salads while learning more about the organization’s important work in our broader community.
Students also enjoyed time at The Wharf, with a catamaran ride on the Potomac, a visit to the arcade, and plenty of pizza and time together.
It was a great day of friendship, fun, chesed, and community.
What does Jewish community look like to you? 🎨
Our first graders explored that question through art, beginning with a conversation about the different communities they are part of, from their families and classrooms to their school and broader Jewish community.
Students then brought their ideas to life, creating artwork that reflects the people, places, traditions, and connections that make a community feel like home. 💙
Our 8th Grade students visited the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum as they prepare to begin this year’s Names Not Numbers program.
Throughout the visit, students engaged deeply with the history of the Shoah, taking time to reflect on the stories, artifacts, and experiences preserved throughout the museum. The visit provided an important foundation for the work ahead, helping students consider both the immense scale of the Holocaust and the individual lives and stories behind that history.
Tomorrow, students will officially begin Names Not Numbers, a program that gives them the opportunity to learn directly from Holocaust survivors, develop interviewing and filmmaking skills, and ultimately help preserve survivors’ stories for future generations.
We look forward to sharing more as our students begin this meaningful journey.
Our 11th graders put creativity into action during a recent chesed activity, repurposing old T-shirts into reusable bags to be donated to a local food pantry.
Happy Constitution Day! 🇺🇸📜
No Constitution Day at Berman feels quite complete without thinking of Norma Johnson, who retired from teaching last year and was well known for her love of the Constitution, a love she passed along to countless students over the years.
So today, we’re giving a little nod to Ms. Johnson and keeping the tradition going: students who have their pocket Constitution are getting a red, white, and blue popsicle! ❤️🤍💙
We’re excited to welcome Ron Bulvik and Eitam Levy, our 2026–2027 Kollel Bachurim, who will be arriving at Berman in mid-October! 🇮🇱
Joining us through our partnership with Torah MiTzion, Ron and Eitam will become an important part of our Upper School community through Torah learning, Kollel programming, Shabbatonim, special events, and meaningful relationships with our students.
We can’t wait for the energy, Torah, and connection to Israel they’ll bring to Berman.
Welcome, Ron and Eitam! 🧡💙
Our 6th graders had a fantastic day at Upward Enterprises! 🧗♀️
Through team-building challenges, group activities, and plenty of fun, students had the chance to strengthen friendships, build trust, and connect as a grade as they begin their Middle School journey. 💙🧡
What a first week! From joyful reunions and new friendships to hands-on learning, community building, and plenty of excitement throughout our halls, Berman is officially back in action.
We’re grateful to our incredible faculty, staff, students, and families for helping us begin the year with such energy and purpose. Here’s to a year of learning, growth, connection, and becoming the best versions of ourselves. 🧡💙
Read More:https://www.bermanhebrewacademy.org/2026/08/aspiration-and-as-if-our-first-week-of-school-in-elul/
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