Hebrew School

Kindergarten through Grade 7

"And you shall teach them diligently unto your children..." (Deuteronomy 6:7)

Our Hebrew school provides a rich curriculum, designed to foster a positive Jewish identity, an understanding of Jewish values, and a connection with our heritage. Our school strives to develop life-long learners. Prayers and study of text are woven into our curriculum, along with Jewish history, culture and Hebrew language to foster a strong connection with our Jewish heritage. The GRJC Hebrew School faculty is experienced and dedicated to making our students' experiences meaningful and fun.

The classroom experience is enriched with art, cooking, technology and special programs and Shabbat experiences. These include a Hebrew name celebration in Bet (2nd grade), a family Havdalah program in Gimel, Jews Around the World in Vav (6th grade), and Mishpacha Minyan (a family-friendly Shabbat service) in Gimel – Vav (3rd - 6th grades). In addition, students lead part of a Shabbat service in Gimel – Zayin (3rd – 7th grades).

Parents are our partners in educating our children. We invite parents to be actively involved in their children's religious education through attendance at special programs, Shabbat services, and family workshops held during the school year.

As the next step in pursuing life-long Jewish learning, our graduates are encouraged to attend the Bergen County High School for Jewish Studies, located at Temple Israel and JCC in Ridgewood, NJ.

Goals

Goals The Glen Rock Jewish Center Hebrew School strives to make our students life-long Jewish learners by:

•    Promoting a sense of pride in their Jewish heritage.

•    Instilling an understanding of what it means to be a member of the Jewish community.

•    Providing opportunities for each student to participate in services, text study and rituals at home and in the synagogue.

•    Graduating students who possess the knowledge, skills and desire to be responsible, active members of the Jewish community.

School Schedule

Please check the online calendar on the GRJC website for the most up-to-date information. Unless otherwise noted, classes meet during the following times :

Gan (Kindergarten) : Sundays 9:00 - 10:55am 2x/month

Aleph (1st grade) : Sundays 9:00 - 10:55am

Bet (2nd grade) : Sundays 11:10 am - 1:10 pm

Gimel (3rd grade) : Sundays 11:10 am - 1:10 pm and Tuesdays 3:45 - 5:45 pm

Dalet (4th grade) : Sundays 11:10 am - 1:10 pm and Tuesdays 3:45 - 5:45 pm

Hay (5th grade) : Sundays 9:00 - 10:55 am and Thursdays 3:45 - 5:45 pm

Vav (6th grade) : Sundays 9:00 - 10:55 am and Thursdays 3:45 - 5:45 pm

Zayin (7th grade) : Mondays 3:45 - 5:45 pm and Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation

Registration

To register your child for our school, please contact office@grjc.org or (201) 652-6624.