The Herzlia Blood Drive

Menschlichkeit is a Yiddish word referring to the qualities of ‘being a mensch’ – a moral, honourable person of good character.  While Menschlichkeit is a stand-alone Pillar to highlight its importance, it also permeates all aspects of our school life.

Jessica Sherman, a Grade 11 pupil elected to the Student Leadership Council (SLC) had this to say: “The Western Cape Blood Service recently held a blood drive at Herzlia, and our school community did not disappoint. Pupils, teachers, and staff happily rolled up their sleeves,  each donor saving three lives.  As always, we are incredibly thankful to our blood buddies in the high school, who made sure the day ran smoothly, and helped donors every step of the way. Kol hakavod to all those involved!”

We’re also proud of the following initiatives:

• Pupil-led outreach, raising funds or volunteering for organisations such as DARG, sandwich drives, #40DaysofKindness and more.
• The Gemilut Chasidim Programme sees matrics visiting Jewish organisations, such as weekly trips to Highlands House.
• The Environmental Committee makes the school a greener space and educates pupils on environmental issues.
• United Africa Society works towards embedding ideals of social justice, equity, human rights, afro-positivity, and being an upstander – not a bystander – by engaging in the world around you and constructively intervening in times of need.
• The Peer Mentorship Programme has seniors supporting the juniors to promote the core values of the schools, offer moments of bonding and connection, social and emotional learning, responsible decision making, and building ‘kehillah’ or congregation.