Hebrew Congregation of Somers
 A Somers Synagogue and Temple that welcomes interfaith families from Westchester and Putnam and provides progressive Hebrew and religious school education for children and adults

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                         OUR HEBREW SCHOOL

           

The Hebrew Congregation of Somers takes great pride in the education of our members from our one year olds to our one hundred year olds.

Our children participate in all areas of our congregation, lead Sabbath services and holiday programs, and take an active role during the High Holy Days. The children's enthusiasm during classroom activities and festival celebrations is quite visible.

Classes at Hebrew school are small, so that each child can receive individualized instruction and attention. Each teacher is committed to ensuring that Hebrew school is a positive experience, and that each child enjoys and benefits from time spent in class. Most of our teachers are congregants as well.

Hebrew is taught using the Chevruta (study partners) study series.  Children learn with partners, at their own pace.  They read already learned Hebrew words in Hebrew.  They read other words in "Hebrish" - English words written using the Hebrew alphabet.  This helps students learn both Hebrew vocabulary and Hebrew reading.

Extracurricular activities such as guest speakers, entertainers, holiday celebrations and school trips are offered throughout the year.  Family education programs led by the rabbi are scheduled on a monthly basis. The goal of religious education is to provide a building block for the child's continued participation in Jewish tradition and ritual. Our graduates are educated young people, who take pride in their heritage. They understand their role as Jews, and the responsibility it entails.

2010/11 Hebrew School Roundup

It’s not too late to register your child.  HCS offers a variety of Hebrew School options for your child. For more information please contact our Hebrew School Principal, Tal Hadani-Pease  or send an email to info@hebrewcongregationofsomers.org.  Hebrew School applications are available by clicking on the link at the top left of this page.

Holiday Workshop: This class is for 4 and 5 year olds. This class meets six times during the academic year on a Sunday for 2 hours (10 AM to 12 Noon), usually near a major Jewish holiday. The children do lots of Judaic arts and crafts. 

Gan 1 and 2: This class is for the first and second graders. It meets on Sunday during the academic year for 2 hours (10 AM to 12 Noon). It covers the basic knowledge of Jewish holidays through arts and crafts, song and play. 

Alef: This class is for the third graders. It meets on Sunday during the academic year for 3 hours (9 AM to 12 Noon). The curriculum covers the Jewish holidays, culture and the study of beginning Hebrew.

 Bet: This class is for the fourth graders. It meets on Sunday during the academic year for 3 hours (9 AM to 12 Noon). The curriculum continues to cover the Jewish holidays, culture and the study of Hebrew. 

Gimel: This class is for the fifth graders. It meets on Sunday during the academic year for 3 hours (9 AM to 12 Noon) and on Wednesday (4:15 to 6:15 PM). The curriculum continues to cover the Jewish holidays, culture and the study of Hebrew. 

Dalet: This class is for the sixth graders. It meets on Sunday during the academic year for 3 hours (9 AM to 12 Noon) and on Wednesday (4:15 to 6:15 PM). Its curriculum continues to cover the Jewish holidays, culture and the study of Hebrew. 

Hay: This class is for the seventh graders. It meets on Sunday during the academic year for 3 hours (9 AM to 12 Noon) and on Wednesday (5:15 to 7:15 PM). The curriculum continues to cover the Jewish holidays, culture, the study of Hebrew and preparation for the B’nai Mitzvahs. 

Youth Group: This class is for the eighth and ninth graders directed by PJ Williamson on Sunday during the academic year for 2 hours (10 AM to 12 Noon).  Trips, Activities and Fun.

Adult Hebrew Education:  Sundays 9 - 10 am is taught by Rabbi Schwalb.  

Adult Education:  Sundays 10:30 am - 12 Noon is taught by Rabbi Schwalb.  This class features discussions of the history, significance and lessons of each Jewish holiday -- including an examination of the moral implications of these lessons. 

As you are dropping off children for Hebrew School, have you ever wondered about the adults sitting around a table in the social hall, listening intently and debating heatedly?  It’s Adult Hebrew and Adult Education, and you can join us too!  Why not skip grocery shopping or gym workouts one Sunday morning and find out what we’re talking about! 

In the summer, we meet most Sundays at Turcos - 9 am for Hebrew and 10:30 am for Adult Education (when Rabbi Fred is around).  Please check your weekly emails for more information.

Thanks to the donation of a new coffee maker by Anna and PJ Williamson, we have a reliable coffee supply Sunday morning.  So drop in for a cup!