Thousands of years ago, a cataclysm hit the Olam. The lands and waters changed. Some disappeared but many new ones appeared. Mountains were torn down or just disappeared; with new mountains appearing where there were plains. Deserts were created and forest appeared where no life was thought to be able to survive.

People from faraway lands disappeared. New people and races replaced what was taken.Strange new animals came out of these new lands and waters. Some were friendly but many were dangerous.

The world broke!

Civilizations and its people were thrust into chaos. Broken, disheartened and desperate, they needed hope and leadership. They followed anyone with a message that could show them a way. Towards light or dark, the path differed by the messenger. Some were good, but many were evil, with the purpose to gather power for themselves and create an order in their own image.

Into this world you were born. Fortunately, your family was one of the few that did not follow those false ones; but did their best given the circumstances. Instead of following others into darkness they wanted to seek the light; find the truth. They made it their mission to take action. That is why you are here. Whether it was a parent, a friend, a mentor, or a complete stranger, someone saw something in you and instilled in you a desire to repair the world and make it a better place.

With a desire for knowledge and training, you came to this city. But, more importantly, with a strong need to belong to something bigger than you, you discovered the Academy. One of many such places in this world, that offers safety, shelter, and skills; but we offer more: knowledge, friendship, and community. Here, you will find enlightenment, purpose and your passion.

The Academy is special to us. We stayed true to the Ohr Ha'Torah. Here, we teach the Derech Eretz -- The Way of the World.

Venture forth and repair old worlds and discover new, and start your way on the righteous path.

Tzaddikim M'Eretz H'Olam!

Eresh Ha'Eretz ערש הארץ means Cradle of The Land