Yeshiva Week has long been a cherished fixture on the frum community calendar. But as the frum community evolves—through shifting family structures, rising travel costs, and changing priorities—how is Yeshiva Week experienced today? This study explored contemporary attitudes toward Yeshiva Week and offers insights that may inform future planning.
Methodology
We surveyed 112 members of Mispar’s exclusive panel of Orthodox and Chassidish Jewish Americans. All respondents were over the age of 18, English-speaking, and had at least one child.
Participants were asked:
“How do you feel about having the week off from school for Yeshiva Week/Midwinter Break?”
Responses were captured using a five-point Likert scale ranging from “Strongly Dislike” to “Strongly Like".
Recruitment Strategy
Respondents were recruited from Mispar’s proprietary research panel, which is composed exclusively of Orthodox and Chassidish American Jews. Participants received panel points as an incentive, which could be redeemed for a Visa gift card in appreciation of their time.
Findings
Roughly one-quarter of respondents (23%) reported that they strongly like Yeshiva Week.
Interestingly, a nearly identical proportion (24%) reported that they strongly dislike it.
Among respondents living in New Jersey, a notably high percentage—40%—strongly dislike Yeshiva Week.
Conclusion
These findings suggest that Yeshiva Week, once widely embraced, is now viewed with mixed feelings among Orthodox and Chassidish families—particularly in regions like New Jersey. As travel becomes more expensive, and as more families navigate two working parents, schools and community leaders may need to rethink how Yeshiva Week is structured or supported.
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