The Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School (Bernard Zell) is a

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located in the community of Lake View, in

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. It educates from nursery school through eighth grade. The school is accredited by the National Association of Independent Schools and the Independent Schools Association of the Central States."About The Day School"
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History

In 1940, Rabbi Solomon Goldman of

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envisioned a progressive independent Jewish day school. Anshe Emet Day School opened on September 16, 1946, with 31 students and a curriculum combining general education with Jewish values and culture, as well as Hebrew language. The school was renamed Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School in 1988.

Mission

"You Shall Teach Them Diligently" - ושננתם לבניך The Bernard Zell is an independent Jewish Day School for the 21st century where academic purpose, collaborative learning and a deep commitment to humanity develop engaged, confident learners and compassionate leaders for a stronger, more vibrant community and world.

Academics

The school became a

in 1987–88. The school starts foreign language studies for students at the age of 3."U.S. honors 17 area schools"
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Notable alumni

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