Overview

Germantown Jewish Centre's Religious School’s overall priority is to foster a positive Jewish identity. The framework for building a strong Jewish identity includes a lifelong love of Jewish learning; learning the ethical values of menschlekeit; connection to the diverse expressions of our community’s Jewish life; participation in the repair of our world (Tikkun Olam); and strengthening our connection with the State of Israel. This is a school where learning arises from and promotes a sense of community. Students are excited to be in a school where they feel a sense of belonging, learn with friends and have a voice in choosing among various educational activities. The school integrates creativity with developmentally appropriate, active-teaching methods: art, music, theatre, community service and holiday celebrations are integral parts of our curriculum.

• For students from kindergarten through seventh grade.
• One-, two- and three-day options are available depending on the age of the child.
• Tuition is charged.

Goals of the Religious School

The goals of our school are designed to offer each student the opportunity to

• Develop a positive Jewish identity
• Develop the reading and writing skills necessary for understanding elementary Hebrew and synagogue participation
• Gain a sense of spiritual and cultural kinship with Israel and the
• Gain the skills and knowledge necessary for observance of our religious holidays, rituals, and services
• Feel a sense of involvement in Jewish life and communal needs through activities in and out of the classroom
• Prepare for Bar or Bat Mitzvah and confirmation and beyond

For more information about the Religious School, please click here to view the Religious School Handbook and Calendar. 

You can email the Education Director, Felicia Rosen, at education@germantownjewishcentre.org.  Or feel free to call at (215) 844-1507, ext. 24.