Principal Appointed for New Girls High School of Chabad Atlanta

By COLlive reporter

Excitement is building in the Chaya Mushka community of Atlanta as the school prepares to launch its Girls’ High School, Chaya Mushka Girls High School (CMGHS), this fall, with a dynamic leadership team.

Chaya Mushka Chabad Schools of Atlanta is proud to announce the appointment of Mrs. Shelley Feinblum as the founding principal of its new Girls’ High School.

With over 15 years of experience in education and a heartfelt passion for student growth, Mrs. Feinblum brings a unique blend of warmth, professionalism, and vision to this next chapter in the development of Chabad Schools of Atlanta.

Born and raised in South Africa, Mrs. Feinblum attended Beis Rivkah Seminary in Crown Heights before returning home to complete a degree in Optometry.

She has since dedicated her career to Jewish education and currently serves as head of the Judaic Studies department at Yeshiva College in Johannesburg.

A devoted mother and proud grandmother, she is beloved by students and colleagues alike for her thoughtful leadership and ability to inspire both academic excellence and personal growth.

“Mrs. Feinblum has a student-centered approach and a deep commitment to excellence,” said Rabbi Isser New, Dean of Chabad Schools of Atlanta. “Her leadership will be foundational in shaping the success and spirit of our new high school.”

Mrs. Feinblum shared her excitement about the opportunity: “I’m honored and excited to help build this school in such a fantastic community. Atlanta has a unique warmth and energy, and I look forward to working closely with the school community as we grow together, creating a space where our students can truly thrive.”

Mrs. Feinblum will be joined by a passionate and dedicated team of educators:

Mrs. Mushka Kesselman will serve as Mechaneches and Program Director, as well as teach core kodesh content. Known for her creativity and deep care for students, Mrs. Kesselman will be a central figure in cultivating a nurturing and enriching school culture.

Shluchos Laya Berendt and Devorah Leah Wineberg will bring their signature energy and warmth to both the High School and Middle School girls, enhancing programming and building strong, positive relationships with students.

To ensure a strong foundation, Mrs. Leah Sollish and Ms. Ginny Henry, principals of the Chabad Academy’s Elementary and Middle Schools, will be closely involved in curriculum development and structural planning throughout the launch phase. Mrs. Sollish shared the school’s guiding vision: “Rooted in our core values, our vision has always been to support students’ growth—academically, emotionally, and spiritually. Launching the high school is the next step in raising strong, proud Jewish women grounded in Torah and Chassidus.”

To further support the growth and well-being of students, Dr. Pam Mason, Director of Counseling and Student Well-Being, will be giving special attention to the high school girls, in addition to playing a key role in the overall development and wellness of the high school as a whole.

Chaya Mushka Girls High School will also welcome students from across the country. Rabbi Yale New, Director of Development at Chabad Schools of Atlanta, emphasized this broader vision: “We’re building a high school with the infrastructure to support students from out of town as well. A dormitory, set in a beautiful home in the scenic suburbs of Sandy Springs, and a full array of programming will make CMGHS a vibrant, inclusive home for girls from all over.”

The school also announced that its full high school staff has been hired, with more introductions to come in the weeks ahead. Rabbi Isser New expressed his gratitude to the search committee, Dr. Pam Mason, Mrs. Bracha Yurkowitz, and Mrs. Miriam Lipskier, for their dedication and thoughtful work in identifying the right leadership for this exciting new venture. “We’re looking forward to an inspiring, joyful, and successful school year ahead,” said Rabbi New.

To learn more about Chaya Mushka Girls High School, visit http://cmghs.org