K-8th Grade
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At PJA, your child will receive a well-rounded and values-based education that encourages them to become their best selves. Our rigorous academic programs foster a love of learning by focusing on both critical thinking and creativity. Each subject, lesson, experiment and field trip is treated as one part of an equation that creates a child who is curious about the world and brave enough to explore it.
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PJA applications for the 2023-24 school year are now open!
Visit K-8TH ADMISSIONS for important dates, information and to apply!
Spotlights on Programs at PJA
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The PJA Rock Band
The PJA Middle School Rock Band performed today for Middle School students and their families. The band was formed through PJA’s Exploratory program...
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Advice from Our Alumni
We were delighted to welcome back to PJA five recent alumni as panelists at our annual High School Information Night. The alumni share stories and lessons learned so far from their experience in high school.
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The Sukkah Hop
We are thinking back to the carefree and sunny days of Sukkot 5784, the joyous harvest festival we celebrated in the first week of October. PJA Kehillah organized a wonderful Sukkah Hop
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Summer Reading Program
PJA Summer Reading went on the road! Four of our middle school teachers presented this unique program at last week’s Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) Falls Educator Conference.
