Muss Blog

Student stories, staff perspectives, and study-abroad tips from the Muss community.

Adi Sinay | February 5, 2026

Exploring Southern Israel

This past week was full of educational and relaxing trips, and lots of time to spend with friends. We went to Ir David in Jerusalem and learned about the old city, and the next day went down to the Negev to spend a relaxing Shabbat in the desert. We

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Cela Einhorn | February 5, 2026

A Taste of Home

This week on Muss created some core memories for me. We started with a Tiyul on Thursday to Tel Azeka, where we had had a very slippery hike. Lots of my friends got mud all over them and were falling all over the place (me included). We had a yummy

Muss Staff & Educators

February 5, 2026

A Tu BiShvat Feast

As we move into our third week together, it has been really special to see how comfortable and engaged the students have become. They are settling into a routine and showing real curiosity and openness in everything they do. This week, we continued

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Abigail Martin | January 29, 2026

An Impactful Start

During my six days in Israel on Muss, each day brought something new and meaningful. On the first day, we arrived, unpacked, and shared dinner together as we settled in. Day two was orientation, where we toured the area before traveling to Jerusalem

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Ely Waxman | January 29, 2026

An Action-Packed First Week

This week was an action-packed and unforgettable beginning to our adventures in Israel. We started by setting foot on campus, unpacking our belongings, organizing our rooms, and learning the school rules during an opening assembly. Not long after,

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Sarah Korff | January 15, 2026

Lessons from a Nursing Home in Israel

My recent summer studying at Jewish National Fund-USA’s Alexander Muss High School in Israel (Muss) was a truly transformative experience. In addition to the bonds, memories, and souvenirs I gained during my short but memorable time attending the

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Leah Bolotina | December 22, 2025

Why Studying Abroad Changed My Life

Before going to Alexander Muss High School in Israel (Muss), I had never been to Israel. I didn’t have any relatives living there, so most of what I “knew” about Israel came from the news — and unfortunately, much of that was filled with hate,

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Hilley Buhnik | December 18, 2025

One Final Hike

This past week at Muss, we had the opportunity to visit the city of Eilat. We spent the weekend surrounded by the Red Sea and dramatic desert mountains, creating memories in a truly special setting. Our trip began on Wednesday with a meaningful day