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I see myself as the guardian of each student’s childhood, and am committed to filling their days with learning that is significant and meaningful. How do we do that at Mirowitz? Check back here weekly for a window into our school. I will post here on topics ranging academic excellence, meaningful Jewish learning and empowering children to make a difference.

– Cheryl Maayan

What We Remember and Who We Are Becoming

April 19, 2026

Dear Mirowitz Community, I grew up on the South Side of Chicago. I am not Jewish. And yet I have carried the weight of this history for most of my life.  This felt especially present this week as I observed our students learning about Yom HaShoah.  Through...
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