HaGaon HaRav Moshe Maya Shlita, a member of the Shas Moetzas Gedolei Yisrael, announced “I went to a school that taught secular subjects” as the battle continues against state intervention in the chareidi school system.

Speaking to Kol Chai host Avi Mimron, the rav explains there are different kinds of school in the chareidi system, and in the ‘recognized’ schools that are not officially part of the public school system, most are taught secular subjects with the rabbonim approving.

“The Moetzas Gedolei Hatorah discussed the matter at one time with HaGaon HaRav Ovadia Yosef ZT”L, and Maran said they can learn the secular subjects. On the other hand, there are other schools, those that are not recognized and they can do as they please. I don’t understand why the discussion is necessary. Parents are wise people and one who wishes can consult with one’s rav. Then one can decide which school is appropriate for the children”.

“Take for example Chinuch Atzmai, where I learned 70 years ago, and I too learned secular subjects in school. On the other hand, my grandchildren learn in a talmid torah and do not learn English or other subjects. Every parent may send his child where he wishes. I do not understand the need for all the discussion” Rav Maya added.

(YWN – Israel Desk, Jerusalem)