Hispin

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  GSR (guest)

  Founded in 1977, Hispin is considered the hub for religious communities in the area. Approximately 200 families (including 630 children) live in Hispin; and the Yishuv is expected to grow to a total of 250 families. Located in the heart of the Golan, Hispin is surrounded by some of Israel’s most beautiful, natural gems. Hispin is adjacent to a nature reserve and a large water reservoir, and is close to many hiking paths. Hispin serves as a religious and educational center for the Golan. Individuals on the Yishuv include educators, farmers, doctors, lawyers, accountants, artists and Yeshiva students. Hispin offers community activities and special cultural events throughout the year. The Israeli government defines Hispin as an approved enterprise zone A, which means that certain building discounts and other benefits apply. Many residents work in education-related fields in the Golan. Others work in a wide variety of fields in nearby towns and cities. Partly because of the large number of children living in Hispin and partly because Hispin understands the importance of investing in its youth, the Yishuv puts a great emphasis on education and programming for preschool and school-aged children. Hispin has an Emunah daycare center, 3 preschools, a regional Dati (religious) elementary public school for boys (grades 1 -6) and girls (grades 1-8), and a boy’s high school. Girls attend the regional high school or the Ulpana in Tiberias. Children from neighboring communities attend the local elementary school together with the children of Hispin, reaching a total of approximately 600 children in the school. Bnei Akiva is active on the Yishuv. In addition, shiurim and other after-school activities are offered for children of all ages, including Oz (pre-Bnei Akiva groups) for younger children. Hispin is a 20-minute drive to Katzrin and a 50-minute drive to Tiberias. There is bus service twice daily to Tiberias (a 75 minute ride), and twice daily there is a bus directly to Jerusalem. The majority of residents have a car - and people are very generous about offering lifts! Most people who work outside of Hispin drive their own cars or arrange a carpool. Veteran residents of the community are very warm and welcoming to newcomers. The Yishuv has commercial facilities such as a Clallit healthcare clinic, Tipat Chalav, dental care and a minimarket. All other health clinics are located in Katzrin (25 minutes away). A branch of the Matnas Golan community center organizes activities for all ages.

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