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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Late Start Wednesday at 9:30 am
February 4, 2026
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Shabbat & Schmear
February 6, 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. |
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Late Start Wednesday at 9:30 am
February 11, 2026
Let's Talk About It: A Virtual Parent Conversation (4th-8th-grade parents)
February 11, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Nurse Diane and K–8 Principal Dr. Jessica Kyanka-Maggart will lead a conversation focused on topics that become increasingly relevant as students move through adolescence. These include puberty, ex... |
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Presidents Day (NO SCHOOL)
February 16, 2026
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Teacher In-Service (NO SCHOOL)
February 17, 2026
Kindergarten Round-Up
February 17, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
This event is for all families who have completed their application to HBHA's kindergarten class of 2026-27. Registration details to come. |
Torah Dedication
February 18, 2026 | 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Join the HBHA community for a joyous and historic moment: the dedication of our first-ever HBHA-owned Torah. RSVP here: https://forms.gle/kGpRbemLZFL8wkPh8 Program Schedule: 1:30-2:30 - Fini... |
Preview Night (for 5th & 8th graders)
February 19, 2026 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
This event offers 5th and 8th-grade students and their parents a glimpse into what life is like in Middle and Upper School, respectively. There will be a panel of speakers to answer any questions y... |
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Kindergarten and Second Grade Open House
February 23, 2026 | 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
1st grade will display their open house materials at Chag Siddur on Tuesday, February 24th. |
Chag Siddur
February 24, 2026 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Late Start Wednesday at 9:30 am
February 25, 2026
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Upcoming Events
February 5 - Thursday
04:30 PM
06:00 PM
07:30 PM
February 6 - Friday
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
February 9 - Monday
05:00 PM
February 10 - Tuesday
February 11 - Wednesday
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
February 16 - Monday
February 17 - Tuesday
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
February 18 - Wednesday
01:30 PM - 04:30 PM
07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
February 19 - Thursday
06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
February 23 - Monday
03:45 PM - 04:45 PM
February 24 - Tuesday
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
February 25 - Wednesday
March 1 - Sunday
March 3 - Tuesday
March 4 - Wednesday
March 6 - Friday