Hebrew School

SHORASHIM LIMMUD/LEARNING 

We are excited to share that we are now partnering with Beth Am Israel’s Shorashim (Roots) program to provide our children with a nature-based, vibrant and robust Hebrew School experience. The program is offered for children in grades K-7 on Thursday afternoons at Beth Am Israel  (located at 1301 Hagysford Road in Penn Valley).

Shorashim provides outdoor, nature-based Jewish education. The program features a fun, creative, child-centered learning experience and an innovative curriculum rooted in Jewish values.  It’s designed to connect children to their Jewish identities, culture, and “roots” (“shorashim” in Hebrew) — and to engage them in living joyful, meaningful Jewish lives.

Rabbi Simcha Zevit, who serves our Havurah community, makes monthly visits to Shorashim to help lead and teach, deepening her connection to Havurah kids. In this way, Havurah kids are integrated into the Shorashim community and build their identity as part of the Havurah.  

In addition to our students attending Shorashim on Thursday afternoons for consistent, weekly Jewish education, there are many opportunities for families to connect with the Havurah and build community.  During the high holidays, we offer children’s services and babysitting.  All of our holiday celebrations are family-friendly, we offer family centered Shabbat Together programs, and there will be several family centered community experiences throughout the year.