Creating our Bright Future Emanuel School’s future has never been brighter – the increased demand for pluralist education, combined with an impressive track record has led to enrolments peaking at an all-time high. With all 920 students on one campus, space is at a premium. Cleverly repurposing existing structures, Emanuel School will soon begin the redevelopment of an existing building to deliver an additional centre for educational excellence and innovation. Emanuel School launched its Capital Appeal in October with a substantial target of $10 million.
Artist’s impression of the redeveloped building
At High School Speech Day on 9 December 2021, David New, Board President, announced the Capital Appeal’s resounding success, confirming that the $10 million target had been reached and vindicating the community’s deep commitment to and support of the School and its future. Our main community event, Emanuel Kindy Library B’yachad – Emanuel Together – was attended by over 1000 people – families spanning multiple generations, alumni, staff and members of the wider Jewish community tuned in for an evening that celebrated all that is so special about the ‘School on the Hill’. Skillfully hosted by the School’s four Head Madrichim, the evening was a resounding success. A 3D tour of the planned new building took the audience on a journey into the three-story learning centre, featuring capacious classrooms, a substantial Imaginarium, a Kindergarten library, smaller breakout rooms, larger collaboration spaces and impressive outdoor play spaces. David New, President of the School Board shared an important message with the community: “This Capital Appeal campaign is an opportunity for all of us to leave a legacy for our children and our children’s children – to further build their connection to Israel, their Jewish heritage and identity. Emanuel has emerged after almost 40 years to become an indispensable asset in the NSW Jewish education landscape. The continuity of our community is now in our hands.” School Principal, Andrew Watt, paid tribute to the School’s many graduates who have benefitted from previous Capital Appeals and gone on to give back to the community: “Our graduates are the best advert for our School. They step out into the world as contributing, thoughtful and expressive young adults, many of whom have made a significant impact on communities, both locally and abroad.” Myles Cohn, High School Head Madrich, complemented Mr Watt’s words with his own experience: “I know that when I leave Emanuel School I will be equipped with the tools and skills needed to be an engaged citizen who will be able to contribute in a meaningful way to society.” On 20 December we will start the building process. This is a very exciting time in the School’s history and we thank all those families and grandparents who have helped to create our bright future. Michelle Favero, Co-Director Capital Appeal and Manager, Marketing and Communications 5
