Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy (HBHA) announced that its annual spring celebration will honor educators, departing from the tradition of recognizing a Civic Service Award honoree.

The event, “A Night of Stars: Celebrating Our Educators,” will be held on Sunday, March 23, at Fiorella's in South Overland Park. 

Instead of recognizing a Civic Service Award honoree, “A Night of Stars” will focus on the school’s past and present educators who inspire students and made HBHA a cornerstone of the Jewish community in Kansas City.

“This year’s celebration will be a heartfelt tribute to our current and past outstanding professionals who have shaped generations of HBHA students,” HBHA Head of School Annie Glickman said. “We look forward to expressing our deepest appreciation for these educators and their contributions to our community.”

The event, chaired by Netta and Joseph Krashin, Julie and Jeremy Krashin and Sharon and Stuart Pase, will include a kosher hors d'oeuvres, tributes to HBHA educators and opportunities to connect and celebrate with friends and community members.

“We’re thrilled to introduce a fresh approach to this event while still honoring the rich traditions that make it so special,” Netta Krashin said. “This year’s celebration will truly reflect the spirit and mission of HBHA.”

HBHA invites the entire community to attend and support “A Night of Stars: Celebrating Our Educators.” Sponsorship opportunities are available, with all proceeds directly benefiting HBHA’s mission to cultivate a generation of Jewish independent and ethical thinkers.

More information, including ticket sales, sponsorship opportunities and event details, is available at hbha.edu/support-us/celebration-event.cfm