Paul Penna DJDS is a vibrant SK to Grade 8 Jewish day school committed to educational excellence in
Founded by a group of dedicated professionals and parents, the Downtown Jewish Day School was borne of a need to provide a high quality intensive Jewish education to the children of Toronto's dynamic and expanding downtown Jewish community. Even before opening its doors, the unique plan for a pluralistic school with an integrated and arts enhanced curriculum was recognized by the Partnership for E
03/26/2025
UJA’s Walk with Israel is happening on May 25th, and we can’t wait to walk side by side with Toronto’s Jewish community and allies! The funds raised will support Israelis in need as they continue to recover and rebuild. Join our team - register using the link below.
Register here: https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/walkwithisrael.crowdchange.co%2F47941%2Fteam%2F62912/wBPr/zvG8AQ/AQ/a311a8c2-127e-455d-993c-6c0cdce1e2d7/1/YWrkW73Qm5
03/18/2025
Are you struggling to manage your kids’ screen time? Do you have questions about teaching kids to use smart phones safely? Join the PA on March 24th for the “Always Online” workshop presented by Jake Ernst of "Straight Up Health".
Jake will be discussing how technology impacts the developing brain and contributes to distraction, disconnection, and distress.
Parents and caregivers will gain a deeper understanding of these issues and leave equipped with practical strategies and actionable tips to foster healthier technology habits in their families.
RSVP Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdz7nQONF1f9_qoy802ALUzZG-UTPwv1qfvKVj_Tmem7s1v5Q/viewform
🗓️ Date: March 24 at 7 PM
📍Location: Shared upon registration
03/07/2025
On behalf of the Paul Penna DJDS community, we wanted to say, again, thank you. YOU are the 'DJDS Difference'.
03/06/2025
Thanks to our remarkable Paul Penna DJDS community, we have hit our goal of raising $400,000 in under 24 hours.
With thanks to new matching donors, we have activated a special bonus goal of $436,000! Gifts made during our bonus round will be quadrupled until 12pm only!
Your gift will make the DJDS Difference, securing, supporting and strengthening our school today and for the future.
Donate here: https://dayofgivingpaulpennadjds.crowdchange.ca/91499
03/05/2025
We're halfway there! Help us reach our goal of full school participation and 400 gifts.
Day of Giving Checklist
✔️ Give - Donate today:
https://dayofgivingpaulpennadjds.crowdchange.ca/91499/donate
✔️ Share - Circulate our social media posts and emails to friends and family.
03/05/2025
We're 25% there - keep it going!
Donate here: https://dayofgivingpaulpennadjds.crowdchange.ca/91499
03/05/2025
Day of Giving has begun! For the next 24 hours, every donation will be quadrupled.
Please consider a meaningful gift, of any amount. Funds raised support exceptional programs and initiatives and provide tuition assistance for our diverse community, positively impacting students and their families.
Day of Giving Checklist
✔️ Give - Donate today:
https://dayofgivingpaulpennadjds.crowdchange.ca/91499/donate
✔️ Share - Circulate our social media posts and emails to friends and family.
✔️ Visit- Stop by our school library as we kick off the Day of Giving from 8:30am-10:00am.
03/04/2025
Just before our Day of Giving starts tomorrow, we wanted to share a testimonial from school parents, Michael and Shana Peiser, who reflect on the value of Tikkun Olam, parent involvement, and Jewish learning at the school.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/yZN5MPh6Veo
Day of Giving Checklist
✔️ Give - Donate on March 5th or pre-pledge a gift today:
https://dayofgivingpaulpennadjds.crowdchange.ca/91499/donate
✔️ Share - Circulate our social media posts and emails to friends and family on March 5th.
✔️ Visit- Stop by our school library tomorrow as we kick off the Day of Giving from 8:30am-10:00am.
The DJDS Difference - Michael and Shana Peiser School parents, Michael and Shana Peiser, reflect on the value of Tikkun Olam, parent involvement, and Jewish learning at the school.Day of Giving Checklist✔...
03/04/2025
Tomorrow is our school’s annual Day of Giving - aiming to raise 400 gifts and $400,000 in just one day. For 24 hours, every gift will be quadrupled by matching funds. We are aspiring to achieve school and community-wide participation on our Day of Giving.
Donations on our Day of Giving make the DJDS Difference funding the unique programs, initiatives and tuition support that foster our diverse community and positively impact students and their families.
On our Day of Giving, please consider a meaningful gift, of any amount to support and sustain our school.
Day of Giving Checklist
✔️ Give - Donate on March 5th or pre-pledge a gift today:
https://dayofgivingpaulpennadjds.crowdchange.ca/91499/donate
✔️ Share - Circulate our social media posts and emails to friends and family on March 5th.
✔️ Visit - Stop by our school library as we kick off the Day of Giving from 8:30am-10:00am.