Religious
School and Hebrew High
School
Religious
School and Hebrew High
School
Youth
Groups (U.S.Y., Kadima, Hanoar)
Our religious school provides children with a comprehensive Jewish education. Students receive a strong foundation in Hebrew language, liturgy, Jewish history, and the observance of Jewish rituals, customs, and ceremonies. Our Rabbi periodically instructs all grades. Parental involvement is strongly encouraged.
Children in primary grades (K to 2) are introduced to the holidays and Bible stories. They learn about Israel, Tzedakah, and the synagogue. In a playful, entertaining setting, they begin to develop a basic Hebrew vocabulary and a familiarity with the Alef Bet. As they progress, they learn Shabbat and holiday prayers and blessings.
In the middle grades (3rd to 7th), students learn the connection of the holidays with the community and family rituals. The formal introduction to the Alef Bet begins at this time. Students increase their Hebrew vocabulary, learn the meanings and concepts of prayer, and continue studying Torah. They begin to interpret fundamental concepts of Jewish belief, ritual, Halacha, and tradition. In Hai class (7th grade), students begin to focus on Jewish values and the uniqueness of Judaism. Under our Rabbi's guidance, students study the deeper meanings of Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Purim and Passover. The curriculum also includes such topics as the development of the Jewish community in the United States and issues for Jewish living.
Through our Paraprofessional Program, High School students work as teachers' assistants or tutors. Meetings are held regularly to discuss classroom situations, role models, and the transition from student to teacher.
Class Schedule:
8th to 12th Grade students explore mature Jewish topics such as community, ethics, theology, and the Holocaust. Teachers include the Rabbi, the Education Director, the Hazzan and creative young teachers. Theological Seminary. Students especially enjoy the light meals during which they socialize in an informal, learning environment. Each year, a retreat weekend enhances the experience of the past term.
The curriculum includes:
For 10th Graders:
With Rabbi Zelizer, students will discuss issues of human intimacy. The goal of this course will be twofold: first to provide accurate sexual information, and second to provide the mechanism for responsible decisions as teenagers. Students will also learn about Jewish attitudes on specific topics such as abortion, and about a Jewish model for human intimacy. With Hazzan Levin the students will prepare for the Confirmation Service.
For 11th and 12th Graders:
Gesher L'Kesher is a Peer Leadership Training Program designed for this age group, to develop leadership skills and the ability to facilitate group discusssions and think critically about important Jewish topics.
