Mother Crusader: Hebrew Charters: Does Crafty Compartmentalization of Secular and Religious Programs Equal A True Separation Of Church And State?

Mother Crusader: Hebrew Charters: Does Crafty Compartmentalization of Secular and Religious Programs Equal A True Separation Of Church And State?:

Hebrew Charters: Does Crafty Compartmentalization of Secular and Religious Programs Equal A True Separation Of Church And State?

Over the past two years I've written multiple posts about the Hatikvah International Academy Charter School in East Brunswick. Most recently I've written about their proposed expansion, and some of the issues involved, including the fact that Hatikvah has morphed into a statewide charter, drawing from 21 districts across the state, and that they seem to be attracting a less diverse and more privileged student body, leading the charter to "recruit for diversity" in a district that's 98% minority and 93% free/reduced lunch.


As one of his parting acts, on Friday February 28th, which is his last day on the job, Commissioner Chris Cerf is expected to announce his decision on the proposed expansion. Will the Commissioner heed the advice of the six Superintendents most impacted by Hatikvah, and deny the expansion?

Fully Executed Hatikvah Opposition Letter

There is one issue not addressed in the letter, that even I have not broached yet. 


Until now.  


I fully expect this to be explosive, and to generate some serious criticism.  I'm ready for it, so let's dive in.

Can A Hebrew Charter Truly Be Secular?

In the press there are constant denials that there is any religious intent behind Hatikvah, and that