Shomron Regional Council Launches New Religious Tech High School for Girls in Havat Yair

The Shomron Regional Council will open a new religious technological high school for girls in Havat Yair at the start of the upcoming school year. The school will serve students from grades 9 to 12 and initially operate in existing buildings with security certification in the community, before moving to permanent facilities in Havat Yair. The school will be managed by the Amit network, which won the council's tender to operate the institution.

This initiative is part of a broader effort by the Shomron Regional Council to expand educational options and tailor them to the diverse needs of children in the area. The new high school aims to provide an alternative to the traditional ulpana framework, offering a supportive environment focused on personal strengths, empowerment, open dialogue, individual guidance, community connection, and emotional and social support.

The school will be led by Zehava Tamir, an experienced educator with a background in working with at-risk youth and pedagogical management. Tamir, a doctoral candidate at Ben-Gurion University, has previously worked with the Amit network in leadership development and risk behavior prevention, and led the Mendel program for Haredi girls.

Yossi Dagan, head of the Shomron Regional Council, praised the new school, emphasizing the importance of education in the region and the desire to provide every student with a place to thrive and succeed. He highlighted that the school was created in response to community needs and focuses on each student's abilities and dreams. Dagan also thanked Deputy Head and Education Portfolio Holder David Ben-Zion, Education Department Director Tal Navoni, and the Amit network for their partnership.

Dr. Amnon Alder, CEO of the Amit network, expressed gratitude for the council's trust and commitment to advancing each student to realize the council's vision on the ground.