Spotlight on Jon Zahtz (FYHS '98)

Graduating Year: 1998

Current Location: Bet Shemesh

Profession: I previously worked in the United States on radar systems for fighter jets. Today, I work in Israel as a Software Engineer at Synamedia (formerly Cisco).

Tell us a little bit about your family: 

I am married and the father of four children.

What is your favorite memory/(memories) from FYHS/HTC/Kayitz:

 One of my memories was the Torah Bowl. It made Torah learning fun and engaging, and it was a wonderful initiative. The Rabbis who taught me were truly special—Rabbi Polstein, Rabbi Cardash, Rabbi Ginzburg, and others were outstanding educators who inspired us to learn Torah. They struck a meaningful balance between serious learning and enjoyment. By learning alongside us and sometimes even playing sports together, they earned our respect and taught us how to truly enjoy learning.

Please share a lesson/takeaway from your time at FYHS/HTC/Kayitz:

One of the most important lessons I learned was the importance of balancing everyday life with Torah learning. Even as a working husband and father, it is essential to intentionally set aside time for learning.

Advice for current students:

Focus on your dreams. Think carefully about what you want to do in life and make a real effort to pursue it. Set clear goals for yourself and stay committed to them.