Yeshiva University High School for Boys emphasizes the core belief that Torah is at the center of our existence and represents the lens through which we look at all of life, as it guides our response to each and every opportunity and challenge. We therefore define our lives not only by the ongoing study of Torah, but by our complete dedication to the values and ideals of Torah.
Simultaneously, we recognize that proper understanding of the sciences and humanities, examined through the prism of Torah, can further our appreciation of G-d’s great wisdom. It is by the light of both of G-d’s expressions of His will – through revelation and creation, Torah U’Madda – that we interact with and impact the world around us.
In light of the above, the yeshiva provides a challenging academic program in an atmosphere that expects and expresses adherence to the traditional ideals and practices of Orthodox Judaism. It is designed to motivate Torah living – striving to become ever more devoted to G-d, Torah learning, personal integrity, and the kind of ethical behavior basic to Jewish life as well as to participation in contemporary society.
Genuine concern for the welfare of others, observance of mitzvos, love of the Jewish people, and pride in our Jewish heritage and values should characterize the intellectual goals and the daily behavior of our talmidim. Moreover, we expect each talmid to identify wholeheartedly with the destiny of our fellow Jews throughout the world and to exhibit loyalty to Eretz Yisrael, recognizing it as the spiritual homeland of the Jewish people. We are dedicated to preparing our talmidim for adulthood both as knowledgeable and committed Jews and as broadly educated, intellectually curious, and caring members of society.
As law-abiding citizens and productive members of the United States of America. MTA students are committed to contributing to the culture of the broader community in which we live, bringing Torah values to the larger civilization and thereby sanctifying G-d’s name.
As the High School of Yeshiva University, our identification with the institutional commitment to Torah U’Madda requires the establishment of an environment in which talmidim are encouraged to pursue all academic studies with the intent of becoming more understanding of the world and its mysteries, to work hard at personal academic achievement, and to maximize intellectual potential. It is our hope that each talmid will seek to enrich the high school experience by involvement in co-curricular activities, both at yeshiva and through communal participation.
Our programs, both academic and extracurricular, reflect the primacy of Torah as well as the importance of a broad liberal arts and science program. We strive to enable our talmidim to fulfill their religious and intellectual passions to the fullest extent possible.
