Education

Congregation Bonai Shalom cultivates a strong Jewish identity and life-long learning through community participation in an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes spiritual, ethical, and social growth in each individual.  Inclusion is the framework around which the educational activities are planned so that each child can learn in a safe and respectful environment.  Learning encompasses all aspects of Jewish life and learning such as, the study of the Torah, life cycle events, Jewish History, T’filah (prayer), Jewish food and environmental issues, Tikkun Olam (social action), Jewish art and music, and Israel.

Realizing that Jewish learning is lifelong, the building blocks of Hebrew, Talmud Torah, Mitzvot, Prayer, Traditions, and Celebrations begin with our youngest students.  Each year, the curriculum adds to student knowledge while building skills to ensure they feel proud and comfortable within their Jewish identity.  Inclusion is the framework through which educational activities are planned so that every student can learn in a safe and respectful environment.