4610 —הדרכה ליסוד בית ספר תיכון-סמינר לבנות בכפר חב"ד

B"H, 8 Menachem Av, 5716.

Brooklyn.

Shalom u'Vrachah!

It is surprising that for such a long time there has been no information from you regarding the development of matters, especially since time is short. Even though it is surely unnecessary to remind you about the following points, nevertheless, for extra emphasis I am repeating them again: a) Since there will certainly be differences of opinion regarding the curriculum, I have already written my clear and unequivocal view that the curriculum must be like that of the most stringent Beis Yaakov schools in Eretz HaKodesh (the Holy Land), and as is known here, this refers to the Beis Yaakov in Jerusalem Ir HaKodesh. It is understood that you must add to their studies at least some content from Chassidus. It is also understood that you can increase matters of Yiras Shamayim even more than those Beis Yaakov schools. All the more so—if in your previous country this was connected with danger for both parents and children, yet they did not fear anything and only through this saved their children for life in this world and the next—how much more so now when you are in a place where there is no danger at all. The land is even called by all nations "the holy land," and our Torah testifies that it is "a land which the eyes of Hashem your G‑d are upon from the beginning of the year until year's end." It is simple that one should not be affected by mockers or by any possible concealments or obstacles; it is imperative that the high school-seminary follow precisely this curriculum.

b) Accordingly, it is clear and simple that when selecting teachers, first and foremost one must consider that they should not negatively influence the students regarding Yiras Shamayim or Judaism and its matters. Positive influence can occur not only through explicit speech but even through conduct and similar things. All the more so—as our Sages teach regarding Torah study itself—that "the teacher must resemble..." (as per Chazal's instruction), even for those with strong convictions; how much more so in our case.

c) Do not take these words lightly. The results of those who compromise—who delude themselves into thinking that by giving up on minor matters they will gain major ones—are well known; experience has shown exactly the opposite: every concession opens the door to further concessions, and after some time they themselves are astonished at how far things have gone. There is no need to elaborate on what is plainly evident.

d) Surely it goes without saying that it would be best to cooperate with those involved in founding a continuation school for graduates of network schools (Beis Yaakov), since their essential goal is one. Hopefully soon a way will be found to unite both institutions. Certainly there are many advantages—"a candle for one is a candle for a hundred"—and resources can be used for strengthening and developing instead of duplicating efforts.

I await good news about all of this as well as information about candidates for teaching positions—who testifies about their upbringing and Yiras Shamayim as well as their knowledge. Since all beginnings are difficult, every necessary effort and energy should be invested to establish this matter properly.

Awaiting good news and signing with abundant blessings for outstanding success in arranging these matters according to our Torah's guidance—a Torah of life—as explained by our holy leaders.

Summary

The Rebbe emphasizes uncompromising adherence to high spiritual standards when establishing educational institutions, careful selection of staff who embody Yiras Shamayim, avoidance of compromise on core values, and collaboration with like-minded organizations for greater effectiveness.