The Bergen County High School of Jewish Studies

The Bergen County High School of Jewish Studies (BCHSJS) is not your traditional “old school” Hebrew school. We mix relevant Jewish studies with social and community service activities that foster lifelong friendships. For more than 40 years, through this combination of learning and doing, we’ve helped teens to explore their Jewish identity while furthering Jewish continuity.

Due to concerns regarding the Coronavirus, starting on March 22 BCHSJS classes will meet in a remote learning format. At that time students will attend school from home via video conference on their laptops, computers, or mobile devices. More information will be available later this week. Do follow guidelines with frequent hand washing, covering mouths when sneezing or coughing... and be safe. Please note that Temple Israel is closed at least through March 22. ***Communication should be to Fred Nagler via his cell - 201-704-7566 (if no one answers please leave a message) or email principal@bchsjs.org.

MEMORIES

THE BERGEN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL OF JEWISH STUDIES

Class of 2019-5779

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Spring 2020 Course Catalog

Fall 2020 Application Click here

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Testimonials

  • Attending BCHSJS was something I did not want to do, but it turned out to be the changing moment for me.

    - Benjamin N

  • Every Sunday when I wake up and go to BCHSJS I think to myself that this is a place where I can be myself and I don’t have to be afraid to show who I really am.

    - Ariel S.

  • BCHSJS helps keeps Jewish teens Jewish!

    - Susan P. (parent)

  • My years attending BCHSJS have been truly full of great memories, both with friends and teachers alike. The teachers really made the school a great learning environment where we could both learn and have fun.

    - Tamir B.