In a school year like no other, Heilicher teachers and staff stepped up to the plate—with Jewish values and a growth mindset—to create a new format to meet the immense challenges of day school education in a global pandemic.
Sparking intellectual curiosity and confidence to take on the world.
Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day School is a place for intellectual and spiritual growth. When you enroll your child at Heilicher, you instantly have a partner dedicated to providing a solid foundation for academic success, love of learning, and commitment to community. You will be proud of the person your child becomes.
Heilicher will honor Stacy Pinck and Brad Birnberg, and Jill and Jon Halper at the 2021 Annual Benefit postponed to Spring 2022. Both couples are alumni parents with strong legacies of leadership at Heilicher and in the broader community.
The Amos and Celia Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day School proudly announces a $2.5 million charitable gift to the school from Rabbi Mitchell Smith in honor of his parents, Harold and Mickey (z"l) Smith.
Heilicher is alive with opportunities for learning and growth. Check out our upcoming events.
Why Heilicher
From our expert teachers to our whole-child learning philosophy, explore how Heilicher delivers on its mission to graduate life-long learners, creative thinkers, and self-assured leaders.
Kindergarten
Kindergarten is a joyful, nurturing environment for intellectual, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth. Discover how our talented teachers, integrated curriculum, and small class environment work together to create an extraordinary kindergarten experience.
Learn More in KindergartenLower School
(Grades 1-5)
(Grades 1-5)
Heilicher's lower elementary program embraces the innate curiosity of this age group and satisfies a quest for knowledge of the self and the world.Learn More in Lower School
Middle School
(Grades 6-8)
(Grades 6-8)
Heilicher's middle school program offers an integrated general and Judaic studies curriculum with emphasis on collaboration, public speaking, and analytical skills development. Stimulating electives, small class sizes, and project-based learning come together in an environment that promotes self-advocacy, self-confidence, and care for others. Learn More in Middle School
Expanding minds and nurturing confidence.
Small class sizes and flexible student groupings allow us to tailor lessons to your child, based on his or her own learning style. We challenge students to reach for new heights, teaching academic and organizational skills that allow them to be creative problem-solvers and outstanding communicators who actively engage in their community. We strive to assure that each child feels connected and valued as they expand their knowledge and curiosity.
Community engagement and extra-curricular activities
Heilicher students engage in curricular community service projects within and outside the school walls. It's common to see inter-generational magic with parents, grandparents, and community leaders volunteering in the school. And fun and vibrant after-school programs in the arts, academics, and athletics add an important dimension to round out student life at Heilicher. Explore the Heilicher community.
Come and See for Yourself
The best way to get to know Heilicher is to come see for yourself. Take a personal tour, meet our staff and teachers, and experience a slice of school life.
