The up-and-coming Chareidi Yeshiva High School in Beit Shemesh which aims to produce Bnei Torah imbued with Yirat Shamayim, fully equipped to cope with the challenges of daily life, in a joyful, inspiring and mind-broadening atmosphere.
Yeshiva faculty
Rosh HaYeshiva Rabbi Akiva Homnick
Rabbi Akiva Homnick has almost 30 years of experience as a Rosh Yeshiva, maggid shiur and educator, having run the gamut of students: Anglos and Israelis, High school and post High school, Ashkenazim and Sefardim. Thus, he has acquired the ability to connect with all types of boys, in addition to his advancing them by means of his deep and clear shiurim.
Rabbi Homnick’s musical abilities enable him to affect and uplift the souls of his students through song and frequent musical events, which contribute to the generally inspirational atmosphere in the Yeshiva.
Menahel (Principal) Rabbi Yehoshua Edelstein
Rabbi Yehoshua Edelstein was born and raised in Jerusalem to an Anglo-Saxon family. He was educated in classic Yeshivot, and currently holds a master’s degree in educational systems management. Rabbi Edelstein embodies a combination of piety and strictness, without yielding on total professionalism. His educational experience includes, among other things, teaching as a Rebbe, preparing students for matriculation exams and educational management. In addition, he is involved in development of lectures and teacher training programs for the Ministry of Education.
Rabbi Edestein’s vision for Chayei Olam is an environment that encourages growth and Yirat Shamayim, while adhering to study programs according to the requirements of the Ministry of Education.
Menahel Ruchani Rabbi Chanan Fruchter
Originally from New York, Rabbi Chanan Fruchter made Aliyah with his family when he was nine. Having gone through the Israeli school system, he has first-hand experience of the challenges faced by Anglo immigrants. In 2011 he established Ohr Moshe, to date the only special-ed Yeshiva high school in Israel catering to Anglo immigrants. Following its success and the establishment of a sister school for girls, he launched Kol Yehuda, a mainstream education yeshiva high school for Haredi boys wishing to incorporate secular studies. Presently he is the Menahel Ruchani at Chayei Olam. Rabbi Fruchter holds a BA degree in Special Education and an MA in Educational Management.
Our Educational Vision
- Yeshivat Chayei Olam, dedicated to nurturing the growth and character development of its students, is committed to fostering high aspirations, refined conduct, and a strong sense of self-worth. Rooted in the timeless principle of “ויגבה ליבו בדרכי ה'” (elevation of one’s sense of Avodas HaShem), we create a welcoming, nurturing atmosphere where each student receives personalized attention and guidance.
- At Chayei Olam, we place a strong emphasis on creating an enriching and joyful learning environment that encourages spiritual elevation, empathy, and sincerity in the special bond between our Rebbeim and students. Our goal is to make learning a pleasant and fulfilling experience, free from unnecessary burdens.
- We believe in the importance of shaping each student’s identity not by negating others but by clarifying one’s own path. This educational philosophy enables our graduates to thrive in a variety of environments, demonstrating respect and appreciation for the diversity of the world around them.
- Our dedicated staff, with a unique background of Anglo-Saxon and Israeli yeshiva education, excel in effective communication with students and their parents. This dual-cultural approach empowers us to guide students towards seamless integration into Israeli life while maintaining a deep connection to their heritage and values.
