Rabbi Simcha Weiser
Head of School
Rabbi Simcha Weiser comes as Head of School to Starr Family Jewish Day School from San Diego, where he led its Hebrew Day School through decades of distinguished growth, earning the U.S. Department of Education ‘Blue Ribbon School’ designation.
Sarah Endzweig
Assistant Head of School
Mrs. Sarah Endzweig, affectionately known by students as Mrs. E, has been a dedicated member of the Starr Family Jewish Day School community since 2013. In 2025, she proudly stepped into the role of Principal.
Jessica Halfant
Operations Manager
Jessica Halfant serves as the Operations Manager at Starr Family Jewish Day School, where she works behind the scenes to help keep the school running smoothly.
Teachers
Morah Keren Ashkenazi
Ivrit Teacher
Known to her students simply as Morah Keren, Keren Ashkenazi is a native of Holon, Israel. She brings the Hebrew language to life through engaging, interactive lessons.
Sarah Cantu
Kindergarten Teacher
Known to her students as Morah Sarah, Sarah Cantu brings decades of teaching experience, a love of learning, and a passion for helping every child succeed.
Rabbi L. Grossbaum
Elementary Judaic Studies
Rabbi Grossbaum grew up in Stony Brook, Long Island, in a rabbinical home. At Starr JDS, he is known for his enthusiasm, warmth, and dedication to helping students develop a meaningful connection to Torah.
Rabbi Y. Marrus
Middle School Judaic Studies
Rabbi Yossi Marrus has dedicated nearly three decades to Jewish education, school leadership, and community building. In 2013, he helped found Starr Family Jewish Day School.
Morah Malkie Marrus
Kriah Teacher
Morah Malkie Marrus is a dedicated educator with more than 25 years of experience nurturing young learners and fostering a love of Jewish life and learning.
Stefanie Nelson
General Studies Teacher
Mrs. Stefanie Nelson is a proud San Antonio native and a graduate of The University of Texas at San Antonio, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology.
