In anticipation of the new school year starting on the 1st of September, Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael-Jewish National Fund is unveiling an exclusive collection of photographs from before the establishment of the state and its early years. These images provide a fascinating glimpse into the daily life and operations of schools from that period. They showcase students and teachers engaged in Hebrew and nature lessons, along with other documentation of classrooms and teaching practices across the country. The photographs highlight how educational values were central to shaping identity and how schools served as a crucial social fabric nearly eighty years ago. They also reveal the evolution of classroom settings and teaching methods, offering valuable insights into the foundational elements of Israel’s education system, which has grown into the advanced and comprehensive system we know today

Efrat Sinai, Director of Archives at KKL-JNF, stated: “These newly revealed photographs allow the public to see how deeply rooted educational values are in Israeli society. They stand as a testament to our nation’s ability to provide education and social frameworks from the very beginning of the state, shaping generations and contributing to our advancement and integration across various professions. At KKL-JNF, we are committed to gathering rare materials and pieces of history that offer an inside look into the formation of the State of Israel.”