Religious School

to journey through life. Its chief characteristic is its balance between the spiritual and the practical, as it occurs both in the heart and the mind. Of course, participating in Judaism can be challenging because the practice of Judaism requires learning a second language and the body of ritual and observance is large. Therefore, it takes time and effort to obtain a “command” of the religion. Helping families become more comfortable learning and practicing Judaism is a goal of the religious school. From our K4 class through Confirmation, the school offers Judaic and Hebrew instruction, Bar/Bat Mitzvah tutoring, observance of all holidays, participation in Friday night services and many opportunities for students and parents to participate in tzedakah (charity), gemilut hasadim (acts of love and kindness) and tikun olam (repairing the world). After Confirmation, which includes a service that the students write and lead, they are encouraged to stay on as classroom aides and teachers.