Co-curricular programs - Competitions

Chess Team
Students play chess against their peers in an organized setting. During meetings, students learn strategies that will help them improve their chess game. The Chess Club competes as part of the Metropolitan Yeshiva Chess League.

Chidon HaTanakh
Students who enjoy Torah learning can further their learning in a competitive forum. By competing in the regional and national stages of Chidon HaTanakh, also known as the National Bible Contest, students compete for a chance to go to the International Bible Contest which is held in Jerusalem on Yom Ha’atzmaut each year.

College Bowl
Students possessing a wide range of knowledge enjoy answering questions in a fun filled, educational framework. Participating members in the Yeshiva High School College Bowl League compete against students from other yeshivot from the tri-state area. Various schools in the league host the four annual meets.

Debate Team
The Debate Team is comprised of varsity and junior varsity teams. Students learn to research, think, and speak effectively on serious topics. The Debate Teams are members of the North Jersey Debate League. Students participate in competitions for which they research and prepare arguments on an assigned topic. Public speaking skills, working with a partner, meeting deadlines and reasoning abilities are strengthened through participation on the Debate Team. Mock debates are held after school to prepare for the tournaments. At the mock debates, returning team members help new members formulate plans and sharpen skills.

Federal Reserve Bank Challenge
The Wall Street Economics and Finance Club select students for a prestigious program Sponsored by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Students are invited to attend six meetings, consisting of visits to major financial institutions, at which they learn about careers for economics and finance majors, speak with financial professionals, and hear talks given by Wall Street economists. Club members also have the opportunity to participate in a presentation competition in which summer internships are awarded as prizes. All members will receive college recommendation letters.