Hasten Hebrew Academy of Indianapolis (HHAI): A Legacy of Education and Identity

Founded in 1971 by Mark and Hart Hasten, alongside other passionate community members, HHAI was established with a belief in the transformative power of day school education. Drawing inspiration from larger Jewish communities, they envisioned HHAI as a place where children would grow with a deep sense of Jewish identity—strengthening both the local community and the Jewish people worldwide.

Distinguished Visitors: We’ve proudly welcomed Nobel Laureate Elie Wiesel, Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin, and Simon Wiesenthal, reflecting our commitment to impactful Jewish education.

• 1971: HHAI began in synagogue classrooms.
• 1978: Our first middle school class graduated in the newly constructed Hoover Road building.
• 1996: On our 25th anniversary, we were renamed Hasten Hebrew Academy of Indianapolis, honoring the Hasten family's enduring commitment.
• 2021: Our 50th anniversary!