Social Action and Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World)
Teaching compassion is at the heart of an Epstein Hillel education. Our students participate in many authentic tikkun olam experiences at every grade level which fosters in them a responsibility to take care of each other, their community, and the environment. These experiences are integrated into our curriculum and are another example of experiential learning at Epstein Hillel School.
Mitzvah Days at EHS
At Epstein Hillel School in Marblehead, every day is spent teaching, and living, the school’s core attributes of potential, identity, curiosity, intellect, compassion and community. The school empowers students to be individuals who are strong in their convictions and committed to helping others with the challenges they face.
Every year, on the day before Thanksgiving, the entire school, students and teachers alike, roll up their collective sleeves for the annual Day of Gratitude. The half-day program provides an exceptional opportunity for students to help those in their community and live the values of compassion and community.
In addition, beginning in 2024, Epstein Hillel introduced an annual annual Mitzvah Day in memory of Arthur J. Epstein z”l, on the occasion of his birthday.
All EHS students and faculty participated in tikkun olam (repairing the world) through service projects supporting the work of nonprofit community partners around the North Shore and Boston. Each grade is visited by a representative from a partner organization who shares their organization’s mission and the challenges facing the people they serve.
Arthur Epstein always said, “You can’t imagine how good you feel when you give to others.” We’re proud that EHS students are ensuring that Arthur’s legacy continues on through acts of kindness and service to the community.