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OUR MISSION & VISION
Kehilla Upper School of Nashville inspires students to become curious learners, thoughtful leaders, and compassionate citizens, guided by the enduring wisdom of Jewish values and the richness of diverse perspectives. In small classes that foster deep relationships and individualized attention, we provide a rigorous and well-rounded education that nurtures both academic excellence and personal growth. We are proud of our identity as a Jewish school and warmly welcome students of all faiths and backgrounds, cultivating a community where every student is valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
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Kehilla Upper School graduates step into the world with confidence, integrity, and a sense of purpose. Our students are equipped with the skills and knowledge to succeed academically, the moral grounding to lead with humility and courage, and the empathy to build bridges across cultures and communities. Through an education rooted in Jewish values yet inclusive of all traditions, we prepare students to recognize their unique potential, to contribute meaningfully to a greater good, and to live lives marked by resilience, curiosity, and responsibility. Kehilla is an inclusive school community that celebrates learning, fosters belonging, and empowers young people to shape a brighter future for themselves and the world.
B'TZELEM ELOKIM
בצלם אלקים
IN THE IMAGE OF G-D
We believe every student is of infinite worth. Each is treated with dignity, humanity, and care, with their unique spirit honored and nurtured.
KEHILLA
קהילה
COMMUNITY
Every student helps shape the fabric of our school. We celebrate diversity while fostering unity, knowing that belonging grows from shared responsibility and meaningful relationships.
LIMMUD
לימוד
LEARNING
We treasure learning as both a joy and a responsibility. Through persistence, curiosity, and courage to ask big questions, our students grow intellectually and morally—preparing to impact the world for the better.
YOSHER
יושר
INTEGRITY
We strive for honesty and ethical living. Students explore values from their own traditions while developing a moral compass that guides them to act with courage, respect, and responsibility.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
At Kehilla Upper School, our community is built on timeless values that shape how we learn, grow, and live together. They serve as the foundation of our school and the touchstone for the kind of community we strive to be every day.