High School/Upper School
Judaic studies at Akiva include Halacha, hashkafa, Torah Sheba'al Peh (oral Torah), Chumash, Navi, Ivrit and Jewish history. Secular studies include math, science, social studies, English and history. Akiva also offers AP and honors classes. There is an active student government and a variety of extra-curricular activities.
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