Roots Participant
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Student Blog
Taking Off the Blindfold
Read more as this Fall Semester teen shares her awe at this unique Muss Moment; unveiling Jerusalem and beginning a life-changing 4-month journey like no other.Read More
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Alumni Spotlight
Student Blog
Beyond a Fantasy, with Alexander Muss High School in Israel
A life-changing semester abroad in Israel taught Izzy about independence, resilience, and self-discovery amidst a war. Follow along with her full-semester blog to learn more.Read More
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Impact Fellowship Blog
Student Blog
Oakland Since October: Fighting Hamas, Slogans, and Antisemites
An incoming fall student faced intense antisemitism at school, including hostile rhetoric and exclusion. Despite the challenges, she founded a Jewish Student Union to create a safe space for Jewish students and she plans to deepen her connection to Israel by studying abroad.Read More
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My Muss Magic
As her summer comes to a close, this Muss student explains why she has been wanting to come to Muss for years, and the personal impact her time in Israel has had.Read More
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Student Blog
A Day in the Life of a Classic Israel Student
Follow along with this Classic Israel student as she describes a typical day with Alexander Muss High School in Israel.Read More.jpg?sfvrsn=85f74431_1)
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Student Blog
A Trek Up Masada
A Classic Israel student recounts his (early) trek up the side of Masada this week.Read More.jpg?sfvrsn=92aaaaa8_1)
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AMHSI Staff & Educators
Week 1 with Explore Israel and Entrepreneurship
Follow two of our summer groups in their first week as they explore Israel's rich history and vibrant experiences.Read More
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Student Blog
Forming a Connection
A visit to Mount Herzl was the catalyst of connection for this Classic Israel high school student.Read More
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Alumni Spotlight
How Muss Helped Me Become a Jewish Leader - An Alumna Spotlight
“What are you going to do with everything that you learned throughout this experience, and what is going to be your next step as a Jewish leader?” Phoebe Nissanoff is proud to say that Muss gave her the tools to help make a difference.Read More
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Alumni Spotlight
Reshaping My Jewish Identity with Muss - An Alumna Spotlight
Barri Seitz, a Muss legacy, aluma, and current college sophomore, explains how Alexander Muss High School in Israel helped prepare her for the challenges ahead, in college and beyond.Read More
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Holiday Blog
Rooted in Heritage: Shavuot at Alexander Muss High School in Israel
Explore the profound connections between the stories of Ruth and King David and the celebration of Shavuot at Alexander Muss High School in Israel.Read More
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Student Blog
Commemoration and Celebration
A Spring Semester 2024 student describes the dual experiences of Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmut while in Israel.Read More
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AMHSI Staff & Educators
Israelis Are Known for Being Direct
During a week of festivities and commemorative events for Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmut, an AMHSI teacher weighs in.Read More
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AMHSI Staff & Educators
Yom HaShoah This Year
"This year, Yom Hashoah feels different." Reflecting on Yom Hashoah this year, this educator intertwines personal history to emphasize the role that resilience has in overcoming every challenge.Read More.jpg?sfvrsn=77fe87a3_1)
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Alumni Spotlight
What Israel Means to Me - An Alum Spotlight
Mallory Mosner, a spring semester '08 graduate, reflects on everything Israel means to them, and the impact that AMHSI has had, even years later.Read More.png?sfvrsn=dd8c40ec_1)
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AMHSI Staff & Educators
Let’s Talk About Hope
AMHSI educator, Hepzibah Alon, explores the power of dialogue and the transformative nature of hope amidst the current conflict.Read More
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AMHSI Staff & Educators
Menschlech'keit, Wonderment, and AMHSI
Beloved AMHSI educator, Reuven Spero, reflects on what Passover and being Jewish mean to him, as well as his many years teaching at AMHSI. He will be missed when he retires later this month.Read More
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Alumni Spotlight
How Muss Informed the Person I Am Today - An Alumna Spotlight
An Alexander Muss High School in Israel Alumna considers the impact that Muss has had on her life today, as she prepares to graduate from college.Read More
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Student Blog
This Passover, I Am Looking Forward to Returning to Israel
As this student prepares to return home to the U.S. for Passover, he cannot wait to return back to Israel next week.Read More
