Chabad Hebrew School

For more information contact us : leah@chabadlakeworth.org

  

         Dear Parents,

Thank you for inquiring about the Chabad Hebrew School.  Enclosed please find a registration package, which includes a program sheet, fact sheet with detailed information about the Hebrew School & a registration application.

Please read this package carefully.  Send in the application forms & we will call you to arrange an interview.  If you have any questions or if you need any special arrangements, please feel free to call.

At Chabad Hebrew School, we firmly believe that your child's first taste of Jewish learning should be fun, upbeat, and interesting. Our goal is that our students should really enjoy coming to school and they shouldn't want to miss a day. Our commitment to making each day exciting and each lesson relevant and interesting, and our "hands-on" learning style that allows the children to experience living Judaism help us reach this goal.  One thing is for sure - the children are happy to come and learn.

With the upcoming 2010–2011 school year we are implementing a lot of new & exciting programs.

At Chabad Hebrew School, families of all backgrounds and affiliations are made to feel welcome.  Tuition is affordable and synagogue membership is not required.  Families are welcome to attend services at the Chabad Synagogue.

Wishing you a happy & healthy summer. You should have true Yiddisheh Nachas from your children & loved ones!

Sincerely yours,

Leah Rosenfeld

Director

561-649-8468

leah@chabadlakeworth.org

 

SCHOOL PROGRAM

 

We are enthusiastic about the beautiful lessons that Judaism has to offer, and we hope to transmit that excitement to the children through the excellent Hebrew School program at Chabad.

 

The Chabad Hebrew School offers an outstanding program that will give your child a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Judaism, and will instill in your child the faith, beauty and values of our heritage.

 

All lessons will be taught in a manner that will give the children a great appreciation of our rich Jewish heritage.  Role-playing, arts & crafts, and songs will be incorporated to help make the lessons enjoyable.

 

We plan special programs during the year, such as Shabbat experiences, Shofar Factory, Chanukah Rally, Purim Fun, Passover Matzah Baking, Model Seder, Lag B'Omer Community Barbeque, and more, to develop and maintain strong participation and enthusiasm from our students.

 

We believe that the joy and pride in Judaism that will be experienced at the Chabad Hebrew School will make an indelible impression upon the children.

 

HEBREW LANGUAGE:

Children will learn to recognize and identify the names of all Hebrew letters.  They will begin reading simple words after learning how to blend the sounds.  Additionally, they will begin to learn how to write the letters in the Hebrew script.  Hebrew vocabulary is a basic part of the program - Children will learn Hebrew words related to current themes.

 

MITZVOT:

Children will be taught the meaning of Mitzvoth - Torah commandments - and will be encouraged to enjoy the experience of doing mitzvoth.  Some mitzvoth emphasized are Tzedaka, loving one another, kindness to living creatures, hospitality, honoring parents, mezuzah, and brachot (blessings). The teachers will help each child develop a consciousness of proper Torah behavior towards others - Midot Tovot - which is the acquisition of desirable character traits.

 

HOLIDAYOBSERVANCES:

Children will learn to appreciate the special quality and holiness of Shabbat and Holidays.  They will become familiar with the historical background, customs, and observances of each festival throughout the year.

 

PRAYER AND BLESSINGS:

Children will start to learn simple, basic prayers and blessings.  As they progress they will learn more prayers and what is appropriate to say at which times.

 

JEWISH HISTORY:

Children will learn to view our Avot (patriarchs) and Imahot (matriarchs) and other Jewish heroic figures as role models.  They will be taught morals and ethics from people highlighted in the weekly Torah portion.  The children will gain knowledge of and a love for the land of Israel and its people.

CURRICULUM

Our curriculum consists of the following:

Hebrew Reading and Writing		Jewish History
Hebrew Prayer		The Jewish Calendar
Conversational Hebrew		Love for Israel
Jewish Laws and Customs		Synagogue Life
Jewish Holidays		Bible - Torah Portions
Jewish Values		Jewish Songs

Below are descriptions of each class:

Beginners:

This class is introduced to the Hebrew alphabet, basic Jewish history, holidays and Mitzvoth.  The students participate in a more relaxed environment with fun and games.

 

Intermediate:

This class will learn the Hebrew reading format, enabling them to eventually complete full words and sentences.  The class will also learn to write the alphabet, and take an in-depth look at the basic everyday laws, customs, and Bible history.

 

Advanced.

This class is ready to expand their comprehension skills in reading and understanding the Hebrew language and grammar.  During the year, the class will be using the Siddur – prayer book – for the daily prayers.  The class also takes an in-depth look at more advanced Jewish law and Bible study.

They will also spend more time on class discussion as they continue to further explore Jewish law and history.  The children are encouraged to attend synagogue services to become accustomed with the service format.

When the children reach Bar/Bat Mitzvah age, they will begin taking their Bar/Bat Mitzvah lessons with the Rabbi/Rebbitzin, to prepare them for their Bar/Bat Mitzvah service.  In addition, the children will participate in a series of Bar Mitzvah classes as an introduction to Jewish adulthood as a Jewish man, or Bat Mitzvah classes for a girl, teaching the significance and role of the Jewish woman in Judaism.

FACT SHEETDays / Times

All Levels	Tuesday	5:00PM – 6:30PM
All Levels	Occasional extracurricular Jewish fun activities
	There will be Hebrew School  every Tuesday* except for the dates listed below. *If the need arises for Hebrew School to be canceled on a day with scheduled classes, we will make up the class on another day.
August 22nd	Open House BBQ
August 30th	First Day of Classes/Shofar Factory
September 28th	Sukkot Break – Sukkot Holiday program will be on Sunday September 26th
December 7th	Chanukah Break- Program TBA
December 28TH January 4th	Winter Break
March 15th	Spring Break
April 19th/26th	Passover Break
May 24th	Last Day of Classes

Tuition and Fees:

All Levels		$500.00 (This includes the Book Fee)
The above tuition does not include the non-refundable registration fee.

Registration: (due with registration form)

$35.00

 

 

Payment Options:

Option 1:  Prepayment in full before August 18^th .

Option 2:  Pay 2/3 of tuition before September, 1/3 of tuition by December 10.

Note:  If there are reasons you cannot commit to one of the above options, please contact our office to arrange a personal payment plan.  Please note that the above options are for tuition only.  The registration fee and the book fee are due with your registration form.

 

Discounts We offer a $25 discount on the tuition for each additional child in a family. We offer a $25 discount per family on the tuition if the registration form, tuition, and registration fees are received in full before August 18th  , 2009.

 

 

 Registration Application 2010-2011

Please Print Clearly

Part I: Student Information

Last Name

e-mail (child’s)

First Name: English

Hebrew

Address

City

Zip

Phone

Birth date

Age

School

Grade (Entering)

Part II: Parents’ Information

Father’s Name		Hebrew Name
Work Address		Phone			Occupation
Mother’s Name		Hebrew Name
Work Address		Phone			Occupation
e-mail(parent)		Synagogue Affiliation

Part III: Religious & Educational History

Previous Hebrew Education

Does your child read basic Hebrew?

None

Somewhat

Well

Does your child have any learning difficulties with general studies?

Yes

No

If Yes, please describe.

Were there any conversions &/or adoptions in the family?

If Yes, please explain.

Part IV: Medical Information  (confidential)

Up to date with vaccinations?		Yes		No	Date of last tetanus shot
Are there any special medical or other information, which we should be aware of?(Confidential)

Part V: Referrals

How did you hear about Chabad Hebrew School?

 

Signature

Date

 

Registration Application 2010-2011 (continued)

 

I Hereby permit my child _____________________________________to participate in all school activities, and to join in class and school trips on and beyond school properties and use any transportation selected by the Chabad Hebrew School.

Signature of parent________________________________                Date:__________________

Emergency Contact Information

Person to be contacted in case of an emergency when parents cannot be reached:

Name					Telephone #		(      )       -
Relationship to child					City/Town
Family Physician					Telephone #		(      )       -
Medical Insurance Co.					Policy #

Registration Application 2010-2011 (continued)

 

 

I am enrolling my child ______________________________________ in the:

Chabad Hebrew School program.

I have enclosed $_______________ for registration fees.

I have enclosed $_______________ towards tuition.

Please check box with your choice for method of payment:

 

Pre-payment in full before August 18th.

Pay 2/3 of tuition before September, and 1/3 by December 10.

Other method of payment as arranged with the office.  Please specify:

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

 

Signature			Date

 

 

EXTRACURRICULAR JEWISH FUN DAY

 

The extracurricular program is an optional day for the children.  If they don't come, they won't miss out on the regular schedule of learning.  However, the benefit of this enrichment program, which will take place occasionally during the year, if you can work it into your schedules, will be tremendous.  One of the greatest gifts we can all give to our children is the feeling that our rich heritage is alive, thriving, exciting and joyous.  The extracurricular time is when children will experience fun activities that teach Jewish lessons by means of various outlets, such as drama, choir, art projects, special visitors, etc.    There may be small cover costs from time to time for special projects or events.

 

It's a day the children are sure to look forward to!