Bnos Penina School in Lakewood Saved from Collapse as New Board Takes Over
A new board takes control of Lakewood’s Bnos Penina girls' school to prevent closure, investing heavy funds as longtime principal Mrs. Paschkes steps down.
In a significant development for the Lakewood chinuch community, a new Board of Directors has officially taken control of Bnos Penina, one of Lakewood’s well-known girls’ schools, after months of severe financial and operational difficulties that nearly caused its permanent closure earlier this year.
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According to the board’s statement to The Lakewood Scoop, the takeover was necessary to prevent the school’s collapse and to ensure long-term stability and growth. They report that enrollment for the upcoming school year is already showing positive signs.
This rescue comes after Bnos Penina faced a sudden shutdown in February 2026 due to mounting tuition shortfalls and building issues. The swift intervention by the new board has been welcomed by many parents in the community.
JFeed will continue to follow developments as the search for new leadership continues.