Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School is receiving a financial boost this fall, thanks to a Jewish Federation of St. Louis loan to help guide the school through a pivotal leadership transition and strategic renewal. The Federation’s $350,000 loan gives Mirowitz the flexibility to strengthen leadership and enrollment while keeping classroom resources intact.
Federation and Mirowitz take action together
“We are grateful to the Federation’s Board and leadership for its belief in Mirowitz and for standing with us as we take bold steps to chart a new course forward,” said Scott Levine, president of the Mirowitz Board of Trustees. “We are working closely and urgently with our Mirowitz families and community to shape the future of our school and thanks to Federation’s support, we can focus resources where they are needed most.”
ADVERTISEMENT
Levine’s comments reflect a school actively rethinking how it serves families and strengthens its community.
Investing in the next generation
The loan to Mirowitz highlights a partnership built on shared purpose at a pivotal moment. As Mirowitz moves through a leadership transition, the Federation is investing in the school’s stability and future strength. Interim Head of School Brian Thomas, who began in July, is leading daily operations while working with the Board to build long-term strategy.
“Federation exists to ensure our community thrives and strong Jewish day schools have the power to create a resilient future for our Jewish community,” said Todd Siwak, Federation board chair. “Jewish education is about more than creating centers of learning. Supporting our schools means investing in the next generation of Jewish leaders who will carry forward our values and nurture our collective strength.”
Building forward with purpose
Mirowitz leaders surveyed families to better understand what shapes their school choices and how the school can grow. Those insights now guide a strategic plan focused on academic excellence, engaging Jewish learning and financial sustainability.
“This support lets us build with intention,” Levine said. “It’s about ensuring Mirowitz thrives not just this year but for the next generation.”
