Educational Philosophy
The Talmud states that the world stands on three things; Torah (study), Avoda (worship) and G’milut Chasadim (acts of loving kindness). These are the three pillars of our approach to Jewish education. ATJC religious school is the beginning of your child’s lifelong journey of Jewish learning. Our creative and exciting program inspires our students to connect with and develop their Jewish identity. Our students are part of a community of Jewish learners that will grow up together to discover traditions, core values and celebrate Jewish life. We inspire our students to ask questions about Judaism and seek answers continually as they grow.
Curriculum:
Our curriculum is designed to help our students build an individual connection to:
• Jewish heritage, holidays, traditions and rituals
• The love and appreciation for the state of Israel
• A positive attitude toward prayer by learning specific blessings
• The importance of Mitzvot and Jewish values
• The history of the Jewish people through the study of the Torah
• Hebrew as a language and culture with an emphasis on reading for prayer
JUDAICS
K-5TH GRADE
Hands-on experience where students will learn
Jewish identity, Torah, Holidays, Israel, History & Jewish values through art, music, cooking, drama,
text study and more.
Sundays 9:00am-11:30am
HEBREW
3RD-5TH GRADE
Focused on leveled Hebrew Language with exposure to the Aleph Bet and vowels, reading and comprehension.
Sundays 11:30AM - 12:15PM
For siblings only a special after-care option is available for
Kindergarten through 2nd grade students on Sundays from 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM.
B'NAI MITZVAH
READING READINESS
6TH GRADE
Accelerated reading class focused on letter and vowel recognition, focusing
on decoding and strengthening Hebrew reading proficiency
in preparation for
b'nai mitzvah.
Mondays 5:00pm-6:00pm
Explore a sample class and consider enrolling your child in Religious School.
Experience a class firsthand by reaching out to Marlena Cohen to arrange a
conversation, tour the facility, and get a taste of what our program has to offer.
Contact: Marlena Cohen, Religious School Director (305) 937-1880 or marlena@atjc.org
to take the first step towards an enriching Sunday School experience for your child.
Family Education
We believe when parents demonstrate the importance of Judaism in their own lives, their child reacts by embracing Jewish learning and values. The ATJC religious school offers numerous opportunities for families to take part together in Jewish learning.
These programs provide engaging, enriching experiences that enable parents to strengthen the Jewish identity of their families while becoming Jewish teachers and role models for their own children. The value of time spent together when child and parent take part in educational programs side by side is immeasurable. We invite you to participate in our family education programs
that will surely create wonderful Jewish memories.