Grade K/1. Utilizing the five senses, hearing, feeling, seeing, tasting and smelling the K/1 students begin to learn about Judaism. Students will learn familiar prayers, songs and stories of our ancestors. Art projects, drama and games introduce students to the synagogue, life cycles, holidays, festivals and rituals in addition to learning Jewish values.
Through special Family Education days, students together with their families will learn about their Hebrew names, Havdallah and Shabbat.
Grade 2/3. The students learn about three strands and the personal relevance and power of Torah, Avodah and G’milut Chasadim.
In Torah, the theme is focused on the Book of Sh’mot – The Torah is About Me. In Avodah, the theme is focused on Getting to Know God. And in G’milut Chasadim, the theme’s focus is on actual acts of kindness and making a difference.
Holidays, festivals and introduction to Hebrew letters and words are also taught. There are two special Family Education programs per year which includes everyone.