Ariel School – MATANEL

Vision

Our vision is to strengthen traditional Jewish values through education, and to enhance instructional practices through technology and scientific innovations. We invest in the Jewish future by building a Jewish educational system that: recognizes and respects the unique and diverse qualities of its students; encourages and supports its youth to dream and achieve; and instills future generations with the values of Torah, respect, and mitzvot.

All that a child needs is one adult who believes in him

- Rabbi shlomo karlibach

Uri Cohen

Uri Cohen was a young child when his parents made Aliya to Israel from Morocco; settling in the transit camp at Or Akiva. Because his parents lacked a formal education, they worked at manual labor jobs. His father, a production worker, was employed forty years at the same factory–this greatly influenced Uri’s personality and future. Upon completion of his Yeshiva studies, Uri entered the IDF as a paratrooper.

In 1990, Uri commenced his academic career. He holds a M.A Degree in Management and Supervision, and Sociology from Bar-Ilan University. Over the years, he has held various administrative posts in different religious institutions: principal, social education coordinator, administrative manager, and at present, Director of Ariel Religious High School.

Among Uri’s multiple achievements is his book, “From Glory to Ashes.” It recounts the journeys of Israeli youth delegations to Poland. Uri’s source of inspiration is his wife and their four children.