PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY At the Schnitzer Family Campus | Think for yourself. Work for the world. Winter 2026, 5786 | Exclusive updates for our donors and supporters.
Community in Motion: Highlights From Our Fall Kehillah PJA Kehillah, our school’s parents’ association, settled into the year with a lot of energy. Early sports meetups gave families a low-key way to reconnect after summer, and those simple gatherings reminded us how much people value being together in ways that fit real life: short, flexible, and welcoming to all ages. We were excited to kickoff our new community art project. If you’ve walked past the colorful planters outside PJA, you’ve seen the results: students, parents, and siblings painting sideby-side, leaving their mark, (literally) on the campus. We’ll be inviting families to continue the project this spring. Our holiday gatherings added their own spark. The much-loved Sukkah Hop brought together eight hosting families. Even the Cross Country team rerouted their run to visit two sukkot, a moment that captures the mix of spontaneity and connection our community is known for!
Kabbalat Shabbat Kibbitzes have given parents a chance to connect, nosh, and even learn more about what their kids are up to in their mishpachot (buddy families). Class reps have been busy, too, strengthening class communities and coordinating teacher appreciation efforts. Together, the Kehillah contributed over $1,800 to Jewish Family & Child Services. We’re just getting started. This spring brings more chances to connect: Mishloach Manot (gift baskets) at Purim, Israeli-infused holiday celebrations like Lag B’Omer, and community outings to cheer on the Blazers and Rip City Remix. We’re listening to parents, responding to what matters, and continuing to build a community where families feel at home. One gathering, one conversation, one shared experience at a time. Interested in getting involved? Contact: kehillah@pjaproud.org.
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