Muss Blog
Student stories, staff perspectives, and study-abroad tips from the Muss community.
Muss Staff & EducatorsOctober 16, 2026
Outdoor Adventures and Experiencing Israeli Culture
Barrack students began their week with a special alumni dinner. They had the opportunity to meet former Muss students, hear about their experiences, and see firsthand the lasting impact of a semester at Muss.
Muss Staff & EducatorsOctober 16, 2026
Bringing the Classroom to Life
Students spent the day in the North farming and volunteering alongside Israeli peers. They helped Israeli farmers near the Sea of Galilee and connected with other Israeli high schoolers.
Muss Staff & EducatorsOctober 8, 2026
Barrack Students Conquer Yam L'Yam
It’s been another full and meaningful week for the students. Between academics and time on campus, the group prepared for the adventure ahead, heading off campus to pick up supplies for the much anticipated Yam L'Yam (sea to sea) tiyul (trip) before the journey began.
Muss Staff & EducatorsOctober 8, 2026
Fall Semester Students Celebrate Simchat Torah in Jerusalem Before Traveling North
This week began in Jerusalem, where our students celebrated Simchat Torah by visiting synagogues throughout the city, and joining in the many singing and dancing celebrations throughout the city.
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Muss Staff & EducatorsOctober 1, 2026
Go Blue Team!
The Barrack students celebrated the first few days of Sukkot with their host families and were excited to reconnect with their friends on campus for the rest of the holiday.
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Muss Staff & EducatorsOctober 1, 2026
Celebrating Sukkot and Simchat Torah in Israel
Sunday was the first day of Chol HaMoed Sukkot, and our fall students traveled to Tel Aviv to visit the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation.
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Muss Staff & EducatorsSeptember 25, 2026
Old Traditions and New Adventures
From meaningful moments and traditions to exciting adventures, beautiful views, water activities, and lots of laughter, this week was full of unforgettable experiences for the Barrack students.
Muss Staff & EducatorsSeptember 24, 2026
Resilience & Reflection
This week took our students from the streets of Jerusalem to the communities in the Israel envelope, and finally to a sunrise above the Dead Sea. Along the way, students found moments of reflection, listened to personal stories, and bonded as they
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Muss Staff & EducatorsSeptember 17, 2026
Yam L’Yam: From Sea to Sea!
The week began spent in classes and settling back into the usual campus routine following last week’s Shabbat experience. But by Tuesday morning, the teens left normal campus life behind as they set off on one of the most transformative and
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Muss Staff & EducatorsSeptember 10, 2026
From the Classroom to Masada
It’s been another busy week for Barrack, from math tests and history quizzes, to bowling, art, and Rosh Hashanah celebrations. Not to mention meditating in the desert and a 4am wake-up call for Masada!
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Muss Staff & EducatorsSeptember 10, 2026
A Week of Celebration, Reflection, and Jerusalem
It’s been another very full week for the Muss Fall Semester! With Rosh Hashanah approaching, the week was spent exploring Jewish tradition and celebration. On Monday, students made candlesticks from clay, learning about the significance of lighting
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Muss Staff & EducatorsSeptember 3, 2026
Starting to Feel Like Muss!
Barrack students have settled in amazingly. This week has been a great combination of being together, acclimating to life on campus, and experiencing what it means to spend a semester living and learning in Israel. Students have officially been