Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy (HBHA) hosted a sold-out celebration, “A Night of Stars: Celebrating Our Educators,” raising $370,000 from more than 300 attendees to support the school and its mission to provide an exceptional Jewish and general studies education to students in the Kansas City community.
This year’s HBHA spring celebration took a new approach, shifting the focus from a single honoree to recognizing the educators — past and present — who have shaped generations of students at HBHA. The evening was filled with tributes, reflections and appreciation for HBHA teachers.
“The energy in the room was incredible,” Head of School Annie Glickman said. “Seeing our community come together to honor the educators who have poured their hearts into our students was truly inspiring. Their impact reaches far beyond the classroom, shaping the future of our Jewish community.”
Chaired by Netta and Joseph Krashin, Julie and Jeremy Krashin, and Sharon and Stuart Pase, the event featured kosher food and stories from alumni and families whose lives have been touched by HBHA educators.
“We are so grateful for the overwhelming support from our HBHA families and the broader community,” Event Chair Sharon Pase said. “The success of this evening speaks volumes about the love and respect our community has for our educators and the future of Jewish education in Kansas City.”
Funds raised from “A Night of Stars” directly support HBHA’s continued efforts to provide a rigorous dual-curriculum education rooted in Jewish values, academic excellence and whole-child development.
More information about HBHA is available at hbha.edu.