 |
 |
|
|
|
|
|
Welcome to Memphis Jewish High School
Learning entails creativity and cooperation for mutual enhancement. The Harkness table is not just a teaching method, but in many respects a way of life - a life of study, attentiveness to others, consideration of different views and a mutual enrichment that gives rise to something in which we are all partners. In this connection, the words of Rabbi Hanina in the Talmud, Ta'anit (7a) are interesting and relevant. He said, "I learned much from my teachers, yet more from my friends!" But, what Rabbi Hanina then adds is most interesting, "And from my students [I learned] the most!" Memphis Jewish High School teaches each student to think, discuss, question and analyze and, as well, to acquire the intellectual skills that ensure a love of learning and a lifelong commitment to helping others.
All our classes are Harkness classes and all our teachers, Harkness teachers. Harkness identifies a table at the center of every MJHS class, both literally and figuratively. Harkness tables are oval and may seat up to 18 students and a teacher, but they are much more than just a place to sit. At the Harkness table, classmates learn by discussing their thoughts and ideas: they are ready to learn and, yes, to teach one another. At MJHS teachers are participants in the discussion, too - they don't just lecture; instead they guide students in significant ways, joining in the discussion, joining in the joy of learning.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|