Charles E Smith Jewish Day School
Education Administration ProgramsMaryland, United States51-200 Employees
Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School operates a JK-12 program across two campuses in Rockville, Maryland, serving families seeking a pluralistic Jewish day school. The curriculum combines a dual framework that supports inquiry, creativity, and collaboration, delivered by a faculty described as dedicated and gifted. The school emphasizes inclusivity, welcoming a wide range of Jewish backgrounds and practices, and aims to prepare graduates as confident, compassionate lifelong learners who can contribute to positive change. It is accredited by the Association of Independent Schools of Maryland and DC and approved by the Maryland Department of Education. In late 2025, the school announced that Dr. Jonathan Levy would assume the role of Head of School in July 2026, indicating a forthcoming leadership transition. The institution operates within the Washington, D.C. region's education sector and has been recognized for achievements such as the 2020 National Blue Ribbon commendation.