Learn and Grow

...in Religious School

The Religious School offers age-appropriate programs from Consecration through Post-Confirmation (Kindergarten - 12th grade). The curriculum is challenging, yet individually tailored, and the atmosphere assumes a "learning with joy" approach. You can learn more about our educational program at our Religious Education Home Page.

The Primary Division (K-2) uses a curriculum based on holidays, Bible stories, Israel and an introduction to Hebrew. Material is presented through books, worksheets, games, music, art and other "hands-on" methods such as the model seder and visits to the sukkah.

The Elementary Division's curriculum is based on the study of Hebrew, Judaica and prayer. The Judaica curriculum is designed to help the students develop a strong Jewish identity through classwork, exposure to audiovisual materials, art, music and Israeli dance. The Hebrew curriculum teaches the students vocabulary, grammar and prayers.

The 5th and 6th grades attend regular Junior Congregation services on Shabbat mornings, as part of their curriculum, to make them familiar with the service as well as prepare them for Bar/Bat Mitzvah. To be eligible for Bar/Bat Mitzvah, students at M'kor Shalom must complete at least five years of synagogue-based religious education.

The Family Track and Torah U'Mitzvot (Learning Through Doing) programs are creative and exciting ways to complement and enrich the Bar/Bat Mitzvah year.

The High School Division offers an elective curriculum that is designed to spark the interest of our 8th and 9th grade students. Courses range from the study of the Holocaust to Life Cycle to Current Events to Jewish Arts.

Confirmation classes are taught by one of our rabbis, with other master teachers. During this year, the students learn what it means to accept responsibilities as a Jewish adult. The subject matter is taught through discussion, guest speakers and field trips. A highlight of the year is the class trip to Israel.

In our Bogrim (Post-Confirmation) program, students will explore such topics as: Jewish images in the media and performing arts, Jewish bio-medical ethics, Judaism and sexuality, choosing a college and more. A teacher-certificate program is offered to all our Bogrim students in addition to the regular course.

...in Preschool and Kindergarten

Our Preschool and Kindergarten offer a variety of programs for children aged 2 years 3 months through 6 years. The outstanding staff and curriculum offer developmentally appropriate experiences for your child in a warm and caring environment. A community acclaimed reputation has been established by providing for the development of self-esteem and self-confidence, along with Judaic knowledge and experiences. In addition, parent-child interaction programs offer opportunities to share learning and growing times with your toddler from 3 to 30 months. You can learn more about our educational program at our Preschool Home Page.

...in Adult Education

A variety of enrichment courses are offered through our adult education program. Our joint programming with area synagogues and the JCC offers discussion groups, book reviews, guest speakers and educational courses throughout the year.

...in our Library

Our library offers an extensive selection of books for adults and children for borrowing to enrich and strengthen your Judaic and Hebrew knowledge.