Curriculum
HEBREW CURRICULUM
Aleph Champ Reading Program
Our students learn to read and write Hebrew using the acclaimed Aleph Champ Program; a karate motivated system where reading levels are divided by color and students move from the level to level, color by color at their own pace. At our Hebrew School, Hebrew reading becomes FUN.
Aleph Bet Puzzle
Our Pre-k & K students learn each letter of the Aleph Bet with song, puppets and hands-on activities. Each child creates his / her own puzzle to take home & treasure.
Hebrew at Home
Hebrew at Home is an optional mid-week 15 minute 1-on-1 Zoom session offered to help our students review and hone the Hebrew skills they learned that Sunday in Hebrew School.
Hebrew Vocab
Our students are exposed to the Hebrew language and learn 100 words to add to their Hebrew vocab. We celebrate our achievements with our exciting Hebrew Vocab BEE.
עברית למתקדמים
Students who are fluent in the Hebrew language will delve into Torah text & experience advanced levels of reading, writing and communication with song, games, and motivation.
JUDAICA CURRICULUM
Prek – Kindergarten
A child’s first taste of Hebrew school is filled with games, crafts, songs and laughter as we explore the basic Mitzvot with our popular
“Mitzvot I Can Do” program.
Each child will bring home an adorable “Mitzvot I Can Do” book.
First Grade – Kitah Aleph
Our 1st graders learn how a Torah is made, and experience the timeless stories of the first book of the Torah, Bereishit / Genesis. Through drama, art, and cooking, these stories come alive. Each child will create a “Torah Scroll”, a lasting gift to treasure.
Second Grade – Kitah Bet
Our 2nd graders delve into the 2nd book of the Torah, the book of Shemot / Exodus. They explore the early days of our people and internalize their learning with games, crafts, and lots of creativity. Each child will create a unique and special photo book of their Torah experience.
3rd Grade – Kitah Gimmel
Our 3rd graders explore a typical house and discover how to turn it into a Jewish home. Each room is filled with Mitzvot, lessons, hands-on discovery, excitement, art and STEM activities.
Fourth Grade – Kitah Dalet
Our 4th graders embark on our “Israel Quest” curriculum. They adventure through the holy land and “meet” many of the Jewish Heroes throughout our history. They explore the rich history of Israel and the lessons come to life.
Fifth Grade – Kitah Hay
Our 5th graders will take our interactive “Jewish Lifecycles” curriculum and travel through the Jewish milestones, from birth through the afterlife. Accompanied by hands-on ceremonies and rituals, our students will gain a rich appreciation for and an understanding of each stage and age of Jewish life.
Sixth Grade – Kitah Vav
Our 6th graders will take our interactive “Jewish Lifecycles” curriculum and travel through the Jewish milestones, from birth through the afterlife. Accompanied by hands-on ceremonies and rituals, our students will gain a rich appreciation for and an understanding of each stage and age of Jewish life.
Seventh Grade – Kitah Zayin
Our 7th grade students will study with Rabbi Raleigh Resnick and explore basic questions and the foundation of Jewish identity. Study combined with breakfast making, exciting outings and guest speakers, this will be an unforgettable “out of the box” culminating Hebrew School year.
In addition, our 7th graders will join the “My Family Story” project. An educational initiative run by the Beit Hatfutsot Museum in Israel. Through a yearlong curriculum, students embark on a fun and meaningful Jewish heritage project. The project culminates in a final art display illustrating each student’s personal exploration into their family roots and connection to the Jewish people.
JEW-Q CHAMPIONSHIP
An international Jewish learning competition for 4th – 7th graders.
MITZVAH MONEY
Each Sunday, earn Mitzvah Money and shop at our awesome “Mitzvahs R Us” prize store.
