Hod HaSharon

Hod haScharon (Hebrew הוד השרון ) (Eng. glory of Sharon; Arab هود هشارون ) is an Israeli city in the Plain of Sharon. To the north it borders Kfar Saba, immediately to the south by Petach Tikva. By car you can reach Hod haScharon of Tel Aviv in 20 minutes, 40 to 45 minutes from Haifa. Since 1990, she has the status of a city.

Districts

The districts have emerged from four settlements, each of which has its own history: Magdiel: The settlement Magdiel was established on August 2, 1924 after a meeting of twelve city founders in Tel Aviv. At this meeting, the decision was made to call a settlement for Jewish workers into life. Ramatayim: The settlement Ramatayim was founded in 1924 by Dutch pioneers, where a carving operation had heard. 1926 immigrated 13 people after Ramatayim. With money you attracted families to the settlement and another 18 families migrated. Kfar Hadar: In the fourth aliyah ( 1924-1928 ) people came from Poland, some Eastern European countries as well as Iraq and Yemen. Almost all immigrants brought their family to Palestine. Ramat Hadar Ramat Hadar was founded relatively late. The place was built in 1938, in the time of the fifth wave of immigration ( aliyah ), near Kfar Hadar and Ramatayim.

Population and income

Hod haScharon one of the wealthiest cities of Israel. The high standard of living attracts many families from big cities (especially Tel Aviv) in the city, as Hod haScharon can boast an excellent educational infrastructure and a high cultural standard. The average monthly income is 8903 euros Schekel/1600 ( Israeli Average: 6008 Schekel/1088 euros ). The annual population growth is just under three per cent, and in the future, the city plans to build more roads and houses.

The city symbol of Hod haScharon has two characteristic elements:

  • The lemon tree is reminiscent of the beginnings of agriculture, which was primarily focused on the cultivation of citrus fruits. The four circles at the top of the tree symbolize the four founders of settlements Hod haScharon.
  • The gear refers to the industry.

Education

In Hod haScharon there are eleven elementary schools, three middle schools and three junior high schools.

According to the Central Bureau of Statistics of Israel in Hod Hasharon 7,581 students go to school. Of these, 3,970 elementary school students and 3,611 high school students.

Elementary schools:

  • " Zorim " - a school for special education.
  • " Newe Moshe " is a school for a limited number of students. It is considered the best and most challenging school in the city.
  • " The democratic school Hod haScharons " was opened in 2001. There, 180 students are taught.
  • " Shiloh " is the oldest school in Hod haScharons Magdiel district. There, children are taught only religious principle.
  • " Tali " is the largest school Hod haSharons (600 students). Many children from neighboring villages such as Kfar Saba, Ra'anana and Herzliya also go to school there.

Other schools are: Reot, Rabin, Yigal Alon, Lapid, Kehilat Alef and Mamlachti

Middle schools:

  • HaRischonim
  • Hashachar
  • Atidim
  • ( The school also has Tali (see above) about a middle school. It is both elementary school and middle school )

Junior High Schools: The Alexander Must high school is probably the best known school Hod haScharons which American adolescents and adults offers the chance to go several months in Israel to school and become better acquainted with the country on excursions. The High School is located at Mosenson campus, a campus where several schools are located with students from Israel, Russia, USA, Canada, Germany and Ethiopia.

Communication

Hod haScharon has two local newspapers: Hod Hakfar and Jarok. The city also has its own cable TV station.

Attractions

  • The Park of the Four Seasons was established in 1996 after the development of the western district Hod haScharons and is dedicated to the children especially. The park is mostly recreational activities (especially in the summer holidays ) and offers space for larger events as part of Independence Day ( Yom Ha Atzma'ut ). In addition, major sporting events are shown (eg football matches at World or European Championships ) on a large video wall.
  • The Hautaker Square is located in Ramatayim and was named after its founder Hautaker. Especially in children enjoys the playground popularity.
  • Jad Lebanim: early 90s planned, the mayor Ezra Binyamini the construction of this building. In this building there is not only the great city library, but also a monument for fallen soldiers in the service of the State of Israel. On 3 October 1993, the building opened its doors. The area of ​​the whole plot is 20 km ². In addition, a yeshiva and a playground was built.

Mayor of the City

  • Ezra Binyamini (1990-2003)
  • Chai Adiv (since 2003)

Twin Cities

  • Germany Dorsten ( Germany ) since 1994
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