Chabad of Brentwood Talmud Torah & Hebrew School Program is dedicated to providing a positive environment that is sure to engage the mind and heart,thereby forming an everlasting impression - to last a lifetime. We therefore go to great lengths to create a very warm and exciting classroom atmosphere, incorporating art projects, songs, games, and contests into all of our lesson plans. Our school is a contemporary learning center that is committed to making each lesson relevant andinteresting. Our “hands-on” learning style allows the children to experience authentic Judaism. BJA will teach children about caring for others, bringing the lessons to life, by enhancing their Midot Tovot - true morals and values. At BJA the children are happy to come and learn, because learning is fun! With this in mind we have prepared a full and thorough curriculum including the following subjects.
1. Hebrew Reading
In BJA, we have developed our own Hebrew Reading curriculum that has proven to teach the children how to read fluently within a years time. Through fun, games and daily accomplishments, the children are encouraged to go from level to level and achieve their goals.
As they learn how to sound out words, they learn Hebrew Vocabulary as well that they are able to read, write and translate. Based off of the children;'s enthusiasm to learn how to read, we know that our curriculum is a success.
2. Torah, Jewish History & Israel
The children will be introduced to the characters and stories of the Bible. An overview of Jewish history starting with creation to the giving of the Torah to modern day Israel will be taught through interactive stories and art projects. The students will gain an appreciation for our heritage and culture that has been preserved throughout the ages. They will study the Torah Portions, providing them with practical lessons that apply to our daily lives. They will also attain an affection for the uniqueness of Israel, our homeland.
3. Jewish Values & Ethics
Using age-appropriate textbooks students will read and discuss real stories and case scenarios that have practical application to our everyday life. They will understand that our religion is based on a G‑d given set of values and morals and that the “norm” is not always right. Beginning with the origin of the Mitzvot, our students will explore a personal Jewishness.
4. Shabbat & Holidays
Providing a deeper understanding of Shabbat, we will explore its traditions and customs, and the reasons behind them. Hands-on lessons for each Jewish holiday will fill the calendar as we begin with learning about the High Holidays and continue throughout the entire school year. By the end of the year, the students will have a deeper understanding and appreciation of each holiday, its traditions and customs. Hand crafted and decorated Menorahs, honey dishes, Seder plates, Shofars, Matzah baking and more will bring our holidays to life and enable the children to bring home a taste of Jewish life.
5. Extra Curricular
BJA will offer a variety of exciting extra curricular activities such as Friday night Shabbat dinners, family fun days and contests. These events will allow our students to experience Judaism in its entirety. A point system based on in-class and out-of-class participation will allow students to reach different award levels.
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