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We, as Jews, have a vast and complicated history.

Aviva Weinstein | March 8, 2017

We, as Jews, have a vast and complicated history, with many leaders and important events. As an American Jew, however, it is often difficult to imagine how life was like for the Jewish people over the course of our past. Coming to Israel on this trip to r...

Impact, Living classroom, Philadelphia


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One week into my AMHSI journey, I am kind of surprised about my feelings so far.

Hope Brandeis | March 5, 2017

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Here we saw what Jerusalem looked like during the time of the second temple.

Joelle Pitkoff | February 20, 2017

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It had helped me feel more connected to my people, and left me feeling more excited to learn.

Rachel Gelman | February 16, 2017

Israel, Living classroom, Philadelphia


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Intimacy between myself and each layer of history

Simone Decker | February 16, 2017

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It’s been about a week since I left Israel, Alexander Muss High School, and my new family who I miss dearly.

Jessica Umbro | February 16, 2017

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I was obligated to bear clear witness to the ultimate tragedy.

Jacob Leon | February 15, 2017

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After a week in Poland there is nothing I wanted more than to be in Israel.

Izzy Cutler | February 15, 2017

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Well, here I am. Back at home, back in reality.

Jacob Marder | February 15, 2017

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Ancient history at Tel Gezer

Jessica Umbro | February 14, 2017

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The sun is setting on my fifth day in Israel as I write this blog post.

Jacob Leon | February 14, 2017

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Cleaning our dorm was the first time it felt like I was truly leaving Israel and HSI.

Rachel Gelman | February 14, 2017

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As we pulled up to Majdanek, I understood why we were told to brace ourselves.

Jessica Umbro | January 17, 2017

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By visiting these camps it is more than blending the past with the present.

Simone Decker | January 17, 2017

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This past Sunday, our group departed for Poland.

Hope Brandeis | January 12, 2017

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The best feeling– landing back in Israel after being in Poland for a week.

Joelle Pitkoff | January 12, 2017

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Educator Seminar Blog

They had experienced something so much greater than many high school kids had.

Educator | July 7, 2016

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Visiting AMHSI as an Educator

Educator | July 7, 2016

AMHSI Campus, Education, Student life


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Educators' Visit to AMHSI

Educator | July 7, 2016

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