📢 Enjoy the next installment in our series spotlighting alumni whose ...journeys from SAR to their incredible accomplishments today—showcasing how our students carry the values of Torah, chesed, and advocacy into the broader world.

From SAR High School to Yeshivat Hakotel to MIT, Zack Duitz's journey has always been about learning and leadership. But after October 7th, his role on campus took on a whole new meaning.

As a student of AI and Decision Making at MIT, Zack (HS '19) found himself at the frontlines of advocacy—organizing counter-protests, meeting with administrators, and even creating an AI-powered tool to combat anti-Israel misinformation online.

Through resilience and action, Zack has been shifting the conversation, proving that innovation can be a powerful tool in the fight against misinformation and anti-Semitism.

💪🇮🇱 #SARImpact #LeadershipInAction #ChazakVEmatz

Meet Mishna Marathoner Judah!

#MishnaMarathonersMondaySpotlight ...#SARAcademy #MishnaYomit #ConsistencyConsistencyConsistency #2ADayGoesALongWay

SAR Academy’s very own PE/Movement Director, Jenny Horowitz, has written two ...incredible books to get kids moving, learning, and having fun!

📖 Brain Breaks for Kids: Recharging Minds, One Break at a Time – A must-have for teachers and parents, this book is packed with quick, engaging activities (5-20 min) to refresh and energize kids throughout the day. Purchase your copy on Amazon at https://a.co/d/7wvmdlb

🏃‍♂️ Let’s Get Moving: ABC’s of Movement – A fun, interactive A-Z guide that combines movement with learning, perfect for preschool and elementary kids! Purchase your copy on Amazon at https://a.co/d/0ePlVtb

Great resources for ELC & elementary teachers, coaches, camps, and parents—check them out and get your students moving! 🙌💡

#BrainBreaks #LetsGetMoving #SARAcademy #ActiveLearning

Sunday, March 30:
Ultimate Frisbee Tournament @ Van Cortlandt Park - ...beginning at 9:00am
Boys JV Soccer vs North Shore - 3:30pm
Monday, March 31:
Boys Varsity Soccer vs Ramaz @ SAR Academy - 8:00pm
Tuesday, April 1:
Girls JV & Varsity Soccer Doubleheader @ Frisch - beginning at 6:30pm
Boys JV & Varsity Soccer Doubleheader @ Kushner - beginning at 7:00pm
Girls Hockey vs Frisch - 7:15pm
Boys Volleyball @ TABC - 8:45pm
Wednesday, April 2:
Ultimate Frisbee vs Regis @ Van Cortlandt Park - 430pm
Thursday, April 3:
Boys Varsity Soccer vs Frisch - 8:00pm

Watch home games live at https://bit.ly/SARSting

Today we had the privilege of welcoming Dr. Effie Shoham, father of Staff ...Sergeant Yuval Shoham z”l, as we gathered on the steps to honor Yuval’s memory and draw strength from his father’s words. Yuval was tragically killed in Gaza this past December at just 22 years old. Our hearts remain with Oshrat and Effie, former members of Riverdale’s SAR Academy community, where Yuval was part of the third-grade class during the 2010-2011 school year. Yehi zichro baruch.

Now here’s a powerful story about one of our alumni who truly exemplifies ...what it means to turn values into action.

When Maya Ohrenstein (AC '19, HS '23) set out for her gap year at Midreshet Lindenbaum, she envisioned a year of learning. But after October 7, she felt a deep calling to help.

Maya devoted herself to supporting families of chayalim—caring for children, helping single parents navigate daily life, and simply being a steady, compassionate presence.

We are so proud to share a glimpse into Maya’s work, a reflection of the values ingrained in her at SAR, where chesed is more than an idea; it’s a way of life.

#SARstories #StrengthAndImpact #ChesedInAction

Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming nearly 60 grandparents to our monthly ...SARts Lunchtime Showcase, where they enjoyed student performances and creative presentations alongside their grandchildren.
Our guests also heard from Rabbi Tully Harcsztark, Founding Principal & Dean of Machon Siach, who shared exciting updates about SAR’s Capital Campaign and our upcoming student empowerment conference, Am V'Ometz: Building Jewish Confidence, in collaboration with American Jewish Committee (AJC), taking place on April 1st.
Thank you to all the grandparents who joined us today! We look forward to continuing to build the SAR community, לדור לדור. #onlyatthehive

At SAR, chesed isn’t just something we talk about—it’s something we ...live.

The Kehila Initiative empowers our 8th graders to take the values and middot they’ve been developing and apply them in meaningful ways within our broader community.

Over the course of this cohort, our students engaged in volunteer efforts beyond the classroom, heard from inspiring guest speakers about chesed and community organizing, and learned from SAR High School students about the many ways they can continue their chesed journey. We also introduced family Kehila initiatives, strengthening the power of giving across generations.

The program recently culminated as our 8th graders shared their experiences with the 7th grade, studied Torah sources on chesed, and participated in a hands-on chesed experience together.

🙌 Thank you to our students, families, and partners who make this initiative possible. Your investment in chesed shapes not only this program but the character of our community.

🎬 Watch highlights from this meaningful program!

💬 Share your feedback to help us continue strengthening the Kehila Initiative for future cohorts.

#ChesedAtSAR #KehilaInitiative #SARImpact

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Tomorrow - SARts Lunchtime Showcase!

YOU'LL GO FAR AT SAR! We are hiring for the 2025-26 school year!

... See open positions at jobs.lever.co/sar

APPLY TODAY!

The SAR Science Olympiad team brought home the 🏆 Championship Trophy at the ...Yeshiva League Science Olympiad!

With over 150 students from 11 Jewish high schools competing in 12 events, our team took 1st place in four events and 2nd place in four events—a true testament to their hard work, intelligence, and dedication.

Huge yasher koach to our incredible students and a big thank you to the Science Department, especially Dr. Feng and Ms. Auerbach, for their guidance and support.
Way to go!

Each member of the team played a critical role in securing the trophy for the team.
Elijah R., Audrey A., Daniel S., Asher W., Aryeh H., Abby G., Eytan R., Rowen H., Aron K., Aderet B., Tovah S., Jordanna G., Adeev C., Amalia G., Jed S.

Below are the medal winners for the individual events.
🥇 Gold Medals
• Botany - Rowen H., Asher W.
• Dynamic Planet - Daniel S., Abby G.
• Entomology - Jed S., Asher W.
• Microbe Mission - Abby G., Aron K.

🥈 Silver Medals
• Codebusters - Aron K., Adeev C., Audrey A.
• Ecology - Aryeh H., Amalia G.
• Road Scholar - Daniel S., Elijah R.
• Write It Do It - Amalia G., Aderet B.

Let's Go Sting! #onlyatthehive

This week at the HIVE:

Tuesday, March 25:
Girls Varsity Soccer @ ...Ramaz - 6:00pm
Boys Varsity Soccer @ TABC - 7:45pm

Wednesday, March 26:
Girls Hockey @ Kushner - 7:45pm

Thursday, March 27:
Girls JV & Varsity Soccer Doubleheader vs Frisch starting @ 6:30pm

Watch Home Games Live: https://bit.ly/SARSting

Throwing it back to Adar Madness 🎉 ...the school is still buzzing with the ...excitement and joy of Purim at SAR! 🥳 Check out the video 🎬 and relive the magic! #AdarMadness

SAR High School Wins 1st Place at HAFTR Yeshiva League Model Congress! 🏆
...
Our team took home 1st place overall school, showcasing incredible skill and dedication! A huge mazal tov to all participants, especially our individual award winners:

2nd Place Overall: Shmuly N.
3rd Place Overall: Mia B.

1st in Committee: Ori M., Jolie W., Shefa S., Mali G.-K.
2nd in Committee: Andrew H., Jack L.

#onlyatthehive

SAR High school celebrated Pi Day today during lunch time with a celebration in... the lobby which included ice-cream pies and other circular treats, a Buffons demonstration and derivation of Pi, math challenge with the digits 3 ,1 and 4, Pi battles, Pi tattoos, Pie face, a photo booth and of course a recitation of the digits of Pi contest. Below are the top reciters from each grade. Kol Hakavod to everyone who participated!
9th grader Asher F. with 323 digits
10th grader Sammy B. with 71 digits
11th grader Lauren B.with 37 digits
12th grader David H. with 90 digits
#onlyatthehive