New Jewish High School

Gann Academy is a pluralistic Jewish high school that serves the Greater Boston community. Our mission is to provide an academically rigorous education grounded in Jewish values and tradition, while fostering a warm, welcoming, and tight-knit community. At Gann, we believe that learning is a never-ending process of growth, and we are committed to cultivating critical thinking, creativity, and a love for lifelong learning in our students.

Our dedicated faculty and staff work tirelessly to create engaging and dynamic learning experiences that cater to a variety of learning styles. We take immense pride in offering arts courses that invite each student to discover their inner artist and explore a vast array of creative mediums. Our diverse range of sports teams and wellness activities will ignite your passion for physical fitness, teamwork, and personal growth.

Jewish Life at Gann Academy

At Gann, we explore the rich tapestry of the Jewish community and foster a deep understanding of your own beliefs and an appreciation for diverse perspectives. As a pluralistic Jewish high school, we welcome students from all backgrounds and affiliations. Our approach to Jewish life is inclusive and engaging, and we offer a wide range of opportunities for students to connect with their Jewish identity and community.

Our students actively engage in shaping their own Gann experience, and we pride ourselves on fostering a warm, welcoming, and tight-knit student body. Through various on-campus fellowship opportunities and a diverse range of 40 student-led clubs, there are endless avenues for you to become a leader, forge meaningful relationships, and enjoy your high school years.

Academics at Gann Academy

Our academic program is designed to challenge and empower students to become critical thinkers and engaged learners. We offer a rigorous curriculum that is grounded in Jewish values and tradition, and our dedicated faculty and staff work tirelessly to create engaging and dynamic learning experiences that cater to a variety of learning styles. Our students are encouraged to explore their passions and interests, and we offer a broad range of courses that will help them develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in college and beyond.

Our college counseling program is designed to support students in the college application process. We offer one-on-one counseling, group workshops, and a variety of resources to help students find the right college fit. Our students have been accepted to some of the most prestigious colleges and universities in the country, and we are proud of their achievements.

Student Life at Gann Academy

At Gann, we believe that student life is an essential part of the high school experience. We offer a wide range of opportunities for students to become leaders, forge meaningful relationships, and enjoy their high school years. Our students are actively engaged in shaping their own Gann experience, and we offer a variety of on-campus fellowship opportunities and student-led clubs that cater to a wide range of interests and passions.

Through on-campus opportunities and student-led clubs, there are endless avenues to become a leader and forge relationships. We believe that student leadership is an essential part of the high school experience, and we offer a variety of opportunities for students to develop their leadership skills and take on leadership roles.

Meet Our Alumni

Our alumni are a testament to the power of a Gann education. They have gone on to pursue a wide range of careers and passions, and they carry the lessons they learned at Gann with them. Our alumni are leaders, innovators, and changemakers, and they are making a difference in the world.

Naomi Shifrin '16 is a Princeton University Labouisse Fellow at the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies in Jerusalem, Israel. Kobi Goodwin '12 is the Chief Chocolate Maker and Founder of slowcocoa in the Bronx, NY. Gabrielle Starr '11 is a Red Sox Reporter for the Boston Herald in Boston, MA. Benjamin Kasdan '10 is a Deputy PEPFAR Country Coordinator at the US Embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Paul Litwin '16 is a Department of Commerce, Semiconductor Industry Specialist in Washington, D.C.