About Us
Where Academic Excellence and Jewish Values Grow Together
For 60 years, Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy has inspired students to think deeply, lead ethically, and embrace joyful Jewish living. As Kansas City's only K–12 Jewish day school, we combine exceptional academics, meaningful Jewish learning, and a close-knit community where every student is known, challenged, and empowered to thrive.
Our strong academic foundation is reinforced by our flexible Jewish Studies model that respects the diverse ways Judaism is practiced in our families' homes while bringing students together through shared Jewish learning and experiences.
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An Education Designed for Whole-Child Growth
We believe children thrive when learning is both rigorous and deeply personal. That’s why we combine strong academics with meaningful Jewish education in an environment built on connection, curiosity, and care. Across all grade levels, students are encouraged to ask questions, take intellectual risks, and grow with confidence.
Students benefit from:
➤ Small class sizes and individualized attention that allow teachers to truly know each learner.
➤ Rigorous, innovative academics that build critical thinking and intellectual independence.
➤ Project-based and experiential learning that connects ideas to real-world application.
➤ Whole-child development that supports academic growth, identity formation, and emotional well-being.
➤ A strong Jewish educational foundation that deepens identity, tradition, and connection to community.
➤ A close-knit K–12 environment where relationships grow over time, and students are supported through every stage.
Experience a Day in the Life of an HBHA Ram
See what it feels like to learn, celebrate, and grow as part of our community.
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Mission & Values
Dive into our mission and values, and learn what makes HBHA a vibrant learning environment built to help students thrive.
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Our History
Learn all about how Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy came to exist and how the school has evolved over its 60-year history.
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Leadership
Meet Head of School Annie Glickman and learn about the vision, values, and leadership guiding HBHA's future.
“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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STUCO Hot Dog Lunch
October 1, 2026
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Hoshanah Rabbah - No School
October 2, 2026
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Volleyball Senior Night
October 6, 2026 | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Late Start 9:30 am
October 7, 2026
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8th Grade Camping Trip
October 12, 2026
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8th Grade Camping Trip
October 13, 2026
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Late Start 9:30 am
October 14, 2026
8th Grade Camping Trip
October 14, 2026
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Varsity Boys Soccer (AWAY)
October 15, 2026
8th Grade Camping Trip
October 15, 2026
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Picture Retakes
October 20, 2026
Diamond Anniversary Celebration
October 20, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Celebrate 60 years of HBHA at the Marriott Muehlebach Tower on Tuesday, October 20! Click here for tickets & sponsorship opportunities: https://shorturl.at/3NoEk |
Late Start 9:30 am
October 21, 2026
Varsity Boys Soccer (HOME)
October 21, 2026 | 5:30 PM -
Johnson County Community College - Grass Field |
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STUCO Pizza Lunch
October 28, 2026
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K-12 Conferences - No School
October 29, 2026
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K-12 Conferences - No School
October 30, 2026
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