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Rabbi Elie Tuchman, Ed.D
Rosh HaYeshiva / Head of School - Yeshivat Mekor Chaim
Tell us about yourself?
I’ve been working in the field of Jewish Education for more than three decades and have been blessed to be involved in some very exciting projects. I especially enjoy building communities and institutions and have helped build schools in Oakland, CA and Long Branch, NJ. I love working with students, parents, and teachers, and am grateful to Hashem that I get to do so every day.
How did you end up in Baltimore?
A group of community leaders in Baltimore felt that there was a need for a new boys High School in Baltimore that would serve an unmet need in the community. They felt that the time was right to fill that need and approached me to help bring their dream to life. I was impressed by their dedication and inspired by their vision, and decided to join their effort.
What niche is your yeshiva filling for the Baltimore community ?
Yeshivat Mekor Chaim is a warm, welcoming environment, where young men are supported and inspired as they grow. At YMC, high level Torah learning and Torah observance are matched with a top notch general studies curriculum and a range of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, meeting the needs of the whole child. Whether learning in the Bais Medrash, working in the science lab, playing competitive basketball, or filming their own video projects, our students are supported by our outstanding Rabbeim and faculty, and are helped to develop the critical skills they need to succeed in life.
What grades do you currently have?
We opened our doors to students in September of 2019 with a 9th grade, with the intention of adding a new grade each year. This year, we serve both 9th and 10th grades, and will add 11th next year. We are currently accepting applications for next year’s incoming 9th grade, and encourage anyone who is interested in learning more to contact us about a visit or about attending our Open House on Sunday, February 7th.
What do you love most about the Baltimore Jewish Community?
I have found the people in the Baltimore Jewish Community to be extremely warm and welcoming, both personally and professionally. My wife and I have felt comfortable from the day we first moved in, and I have been graciously welcomed into the circle of educational leaders, many of whom have offered me advice and support when needed. I also love that the community is extremely diverse in almost every way and very much appreciate that despite that diversity the community is united and works together.
Anything else you’d like to share with our 10,000+ readers?
This has been a difficult year for all of us. COVID has made life difficult for everyone - students, parents, teachers, and school leaders - at every school. It is important that everyone recognize that they are not alone in feeling the stress - it isn’t just you. We’ve made it this far because, despite social distancing, we have supported one another. If we continue to be there for one another, with Hashem’s help, we will make it to the end of this pandemic.
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