FIFTEEN?
The thought of sending their daughters away from home at this tender age filled a group of parents with dismay.
The girls had finished their compulsory Swiss schooling, and a typical Bais Yaakov girl 20+ years ago traveled abroad to continue her education.
The parents were in a quandary.
But not for long.
This small group of pioneers opened a school, aptly naming it Machon Chen, Chen being the acronym for chachmos nashim, “the wisest among women,” from the famous pasuk in Mishlei (14:1): “The wisest among women – each builds her home.”
FIFTEEN?
The thought of sending their daughters away from home at this tender age filled a group of parents with dismay.
The girls had finished their compulsory Swiss schooling, and a typical Bais Yaakov girl 20+ years ago traveled abroad to continue her education.
The parents were in a quandary.
But not for long.
This small group of pioneers opened a school, aptly naming it Machon Chen, Chen being the acronym for chachmos nashim, “the wisest among women,” from the famous pasuk in Mishlei (14:1): “The wisest among women – each builds her home.”
A FITTING NAME for a school that respects and nurtures the spirit of the next generation of Jewish women.
“The education at Machon Chen complemented the chinuch my daughters received at home. While studying locally, they had the benefit of a strong and rich Kodesh program coupled with Machon Chen’s high level of secular education, where they received the skills and the confidence to eventually support their husbands in Torah learning. They worked hard but also had loads of fun with extracurricular activities that developed their creativity and taught them responsibility. All this, while being in the safest place in the world for a girl to be in these formative years: at home.
“I am so grateful to Mrs. Kopelman and the whole dedicated Machon Chen faculty. My daughters are all married now, transmitting the chinuch of their home and their beloved school to the next generation.”
Mrs. S. Goldenberg
“At Bais Yaakov Machon Chen, every girl is made aware of her great potential and self-worth, based on the Torah’s principle that it was worthwhile to create the world for each individual. We help each girl reach her maximum potential, not shying away from any academic or personal challenges – but rather using them as springboards for growth. The warmth emanating from teachers to students gives the girls the feeling of being part of something greater than themselves.”
Mrs. B. Kopelman, Principal
Comprehensive, in-depth studies encompassing all facets of Jewish knowledge: Tanach, Halachah, Machshavah, and Jewish History.
Students can earn credits in Humanities, Languages, Natural and Social Sciences.
Secular Studies program covers business subjects, languages, mathematics, informatics, and pedagogy.
Seminars, European tours, social activities, weekly chessed with local families – the opportunities are endless with the vibrant, dynamic G.O. department!
Comprehensive, in-depth studies encompassing all facets of Jewish knowledge: Tanach, Halachah, Machshavah, and Jewish History.
Students can earn credits in Humanities, Languages, Natural and Social Sciences.
Secular Studies program covers business subjects, languages, mathematics, informatics, and pedagogy.
Seminars, European tours, social activities, weekly chessed with local families – the opportunities are endless with the vibrant, dynamic G.O. department!
“My vision for BY Machon Chen is to prepare each girl, with the help of Hashem, giving her the tools needed to navigate her future and the strength to deal with any challenges that life inevitably presents. I cherish the comment: ‘Mrs. Sternbuch, I am not scared of life; I feel as well prepared as I can be.’ This is the raison d’etre for the existence of BY Machon Chen and my continued involvement in it.”
Mrs. V. Sternbuch, President of the Board
And our graduates have built fine Jewish homes all over the world.
“The lessons in Machon Chen are exceptional. We gain so much in our Kodesh lessons, thanks to our amazing teachers. The secular subjects are on a very high academic level, which enable us to get degrees, helping us along in our future lives.”
Tehila H., BY Machon Chen student
“Somehow, BYMC always notices talents in girls that are otherwise hidden. They make sure to bring out these talents until every girl feels special.”
Leah M., BY Machon Chen student
“At Machon Chen, I have learned to work hard in order to succeed. I have discovered that, yes, I can do it. You discover so much about yourself.”
Tami G., BY Machon Chen student