Montessori Torah Academy

09/30/2026

What if school gave your child room to be curious, capable, and deeply connected to who they are?

At Montessori Torah Academy, Montessori learning and Jewish education are part of the same school day. Children have opportunities to explore, practice independence, build relationships, and grow in a community rooted in Jewish life.

If you’ve been wondering what that could look like for your child, we’d love to meet you.

Learn more or plan a visit: https://montessoritorah.org/

09/29/2026

09/25/2026

The MTA community wishes Rabbi Lederman, Morah Lederman, and their entire family a hearty mazal tov on the birth of their baby boy on September 23! May he bring them much joy.

09/24/2026

We are excited to welcome Rabbi Yosef Kaufman to the MTA team!
Rabbi Kaufman has spent years creating programs and experiences that help children grow. At MTA, he brings that same energy to supporting our staff and helping build a school where students and educators can thrive.

He and Rabbi Yoni Rudansky came to Louisville with a shared vision for a Jewish day school that would strengthen the community. Seeing that vision grow has been especially meaningful to him.

Outside of school, Rabbi Kaufman loves spending time with his family, seeking new adventures, and playing basketball. He says some might call him the biggest kid in the school. We suspect the students may agree!

Please join us in celebrating Rabbi Kaufman and the joy he brings to MTA.

09/23/2026

The MTA community wishes Rabbi Rudansky, Morah P’nina, and their entire family a hearty mazal tov on the birth of their baby boy on September 17! May he bring them much joy.

09/16/2026

We’re proud to share that Rabbi Yoni Rudansky, Head of School at Montessori Torah Academy, was featured in the latest issue of the Jewish Community of Louisville’s Community paper.

Rabbi Rudansky’s article reflects the heart of what we believe at MTA: Jewish education is not only about what children learn, but who they become through Torah, connection, character, and community.

We are grateful to see Rabbi Rudansky’s voice included in this important community publication and proud of the thoughtful leadership he brings to our school each day.

Read the full article here:https://jewishlouisville.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/JCL-8-2026_Website.pdf

09/14/2026

This week’s Parenting in the Parsha asks a very human question:
How do we care for someone else when our own needs are still sitting heavily on our hearts?

Rabbi Yoni reflects on Avraham, Sarah, Avimelech, and the powerful lesson our Sages draw from Avraham’s prayer: sometimes the deepest compassion comes when we can look beyond our own pain and pray for someone else.

May we enter the new year with open hearts, with the strength to forgive, and with the ability to see beyond ourselves.

Read the full reflection here: https://montessoritorah.org/mta-movements/

09/10/2026

What do our children understand about learning that adults sometimes forget?

A child can walk into a classroom surrounded by things they don’t know yet—and feel excited.

An adult can look at everything they still have to learn and feel overwhelmed before they even begin.

This week’s *Parenting in the Parsha* explores a powerful Midrash about a loaf of bread, a ladder, and the mindset that helps us keep climbing.

The lesson?

Before you can take the next step, you have to believe there’s a path.

Read the full blog and discover what our children can teach us about learning, growth, and overcoming overwhelm.

Read here: https://montessoritorah.org/parenting-in-the-parsha-elul-22-5786

What can children teach us about overcoming overwhelm? A Midrash offers a powerful lesson about learning, confidence, and taking one step at a time.

09/09/2026

Thank you Farmer John with Kiesler Farms for delivering our beautiful mums today!

09/08/2026

Thank you, Janet Meyer, for visiting MTA last Friday.
Mrs. Meyer spoke to our children about the amazing work she does with the JFCS Louisville Food Pantry.

With 470 mouths to feed each week through the pantry, Mrs. Meyer embodies the character trait of "Chesed" (Kindness) and the community engagement we strive to instill in our children.

Mrs. Meyer's trademark warmth and exuberance uplifted our classroom and left our students with a lot to think about.

We look forward to working together with the Food Pantry as the year progresses.