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Mission
 The mission of the Jewish Primary Day School of the Nation’s Capital is to provide a strong foundation in
Jewish and secular learning, laying the groundwork for
our students to become knowledgeable, responsible
Jews and citizens, deeply committed to the community at large, to Jewish living and values, and to the people and state of Israel. Our school strives to create an environment filled with warmth, joy, and intellectual excitement that celebrates the unique qualities of each student, respects varied approaches to Judaism, fosters a strong sense of ethics and of self, embraces diversity, and builds a community of lifelong learners.
The Jewish Primary Day School of the Nation’s Capital is an independent, pluralistic Jewish day school that offers a dual curriculum of General and Judaic studies for students in
Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 6. The school is coeducational, and welcomes students from the entire spectrum of Jewish observance, both affiliated and
non-affiliated. Upon completion of our program, students are well-prepared for further study at area public, private or Jewish day schools.
These core values inform and inspire the daily life of our school:
בצלם אלקים
In God’s Image (B’tzelem Elohim)
We recognize all living beings as unique creations, celebrating every member of our community and individualizing our approaches to learning to foster the growth of each student.
תלמוד תורה
Study of Torah (Talmud Torah)
We provide a challenging
educational program grounded in the precepts of Torah, inspiring our students to develop a personal connection to Jewish life and a commitment to lifelong learning.
דרך ארץ
Thoughtful Conduct (Derech Eretz)
We instill in our students middot (values) to guide their behavior, expecting all members of our community to treat each other with honor and respect.
עם אחד
One People (Am Echad)
We celebrate the unity of the
Jewish people and the diversity of our approaches to Jewish life.
עין לציון
Looking toward Zion (Ayin L’Tzion)
We promote a deep connection to Israel, to its history and culture, to its people, and to the Hebrew language.
מדור לדור
From Generation to Generation (M’dor L’dor)
We value the continuity of Jewish life, forging our students’ links to an ancient tradition and inspiring their commitments to uphold that tradition in the future.
תיקון עולם
Transforming the World (Tikkun Olam)
We prepare our students for
responsible citizenship in the
broader community, encouraging them to sustain and improve the world around them.
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