Jenna Ashkenazie
Not sure if you heard about the newest Boys High School in the community… YKT!
Six years ago, Rabbi Eliezer Zeytouneh recognized that “Hashem graces everyone with qualities, and sometimes they don’t realize it.” He had a vision. “Every boy has a path to success!” Thus he used his 20 years of experience working with our community’s youth, tirelessly working to epitomize each student’s potential, to turn that vision into a reality.
Thus began the creation of Yeshivat Kinyan Torah High School, an all-boys high school in Brooklyn that offers much more than the standard regent curriculum.
Excellent Programs
Boys who enroll in this yeshiva are exposed to an excellent secular and Judaic studies curriculum. Special programs are in place to help students reach their full potential. These programs include real estate classes (with an opportunity to graduate as a fully-licensed real estate agent), finance classes, handiwork courses, food sector classes, even photography classes. They also offer opportunities to work in the realm of religion, such as Hazanut,Safrut, and Hashgacha. There are also Advanced Placement (AP) courses starting from the eleventh grade that students can take to earn college credits.
“Our yeshiva is a perfect fit for any student. We will make a program for any student regardless of academic status,” Rabbi Zeytouneh explains. “The teachers and staff are there to help the students with whatever they need throughout their high school career.”
Something for Everyone
The yeshiva offers something for everyone. A hesed club is in place for all who are interested. The Yeshiva takes their students on spirited trips as well. Rabbi Loume Shalam brings his extensive camp experience to make sure the boys can unwind in a socially healthy manner! The students have gone Skirmishing, Snowtubing, to Florida, the Poconos, Go Karting, and more. Understanding the mindset of today’s teenager, Rabbi Zeytouneh hired a spirited staff of Rebbeim. This staff includes Rabbi Moshe Cohen, Rabbi Rephael Ashkenazi, Rabbi Shmully Semah, Rabbi Bension Marcus, Rabbi Rahamim Harary, Rabbi Yonatan Swid, and Dr. Simcha Cohen.
As the school continues to grow, the incredible staff is working towards making more connections within the community, in order to give the students more opportunities to explore different fields, and to create connections with people in those fields. There is even a leadership development project. Students have taken classes in public speaking, have been on the radio, and have been on the forefront of volunteerism at our community organizations!
Tours are available for all potential students and their parents. The yeshiva is confident that once they see the yeshiva, both parents and students will come away believing that this is the school that will help get students to where they aspire to go in life.
Graduates Meet Success
Two classes have graduated so far. Some graduates have gone to study for a year in Israel or even two. Others have found success in fields such as property management, car leasing, retail, finance, and more. Many more graduates are currently enrolled in college, some having earned scholarships! Yeshivat Kinyan Torah is a school that will not only educate your sons, but will prepare them for life as well. It provides an excellent environment for students to grow and to prepare for success. Prior students still have excellent relationships with Rabbi Zeytouneh, proving that this is more than just a school, it is a pathway to success, where the faculty truly cares about their students.
YTK is now accepting registration for the 2025-26 school year. Spaces are limited and spots are filling up fast, so be sure to register before it is too late! For more information, please contact the school at 718-759-6635 or Office@yeshivatkinyantorah.org.You can also follow the school @yktpta on Instagram for more information.