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In the classroom, we encourage the development of friendships, which creates a strong feeling of Jewish community. Students absorb more content information at this stage, and demonstrate it through theater, art, discussion and action. When learning about heroes, we encourage them to become Jewish heroes themselves.
The “Hebrew Pod” program is introduced through decoding and listening comprehension skill building to teach Hebrew reading and prayer. Students progress at their own pace.
First period : HEBREW
Second period : INTRODUCTION TO ISRAEL
Students learn about the history of the land, who has lived there, and who lives there now. We focus on why Jews feel Israel is a holy place. From the biblical roots of Israel and its important archaeological discoveries to the creation of the modern state of Israel, students discover the different ways of being Jewish in Israel today.
Third period : JEWISH HEROES AND VALUES
Students meet biblical and Israeli heroes whose lives emulated the values of g’milut chasadim (the performance of acts of loving kindness) such as justice, courage and hope.
