About Us
Welcome to Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy (HBHA), an award-winning independent day school and Kansas City’s only Jewish Day School for children in grades K to 12. Here, students are known, challenged, and expected to think deeply, ask boldly, and grow into capable, ethical leaders.
For nearly 60 years, we’ve nurtured a strong community of Jewish families from diverse backgrounds who value the same thing: an academically strong, joy-filled education that nurtures the whole child’s intellectual, social, and spiritual growth.
Our strong academic foundation is reinforced by our flexible Jewish Studies model that enables all students to engage in Jewish learning that respects how Judaism is practiced in a variety of homes.
Whether they join us in Kindergarten, Grade 11, or anywhere in between, your child will benefit from a personalized education in a small, close-knit class, enriched by our shared traditions and rooted in the values of the Torah.
"It's largely at HBHA that I learned ... that there are many different people living Jewishly, and that it is incumbent on us to love each other with all of our differences."
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Shabbat & Schmear
May 1, 2026 | 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
The community is invited to join HBHA for Taste of Shabbat at 8 AM in the Social Hall, followed by coffee & bagels in Rams Cafe. This special Shabbat & Schmear will honor PTO! |
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Retirement Celebration for Carol Pfau & Kelly Reichman
May 4, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Celebrate the retirement of two beloved HBHA staff members: Carol Pfau & Kelly Reichman! Use the link below to RSVP & share a memory, message, or photo for Carol and/or Kelly. Whether or not yo... |
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Commencement
May 11, 2026 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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Ripple of Awareness
May 12, 2026 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Join HBHA and JFS for this program on mental health awareness, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Heritage Center. |
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Memorial Day (SCHOOL CLOSED)
May 25, 2026
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