Academics
Learning at Hebrew Day School is challenge-based, supportive, developmentally appropriate, and dynamic.
Dynamic Instruction
- Our curriculum continually evolves to meet the needs of each student.
- We set high expectations and provide the support needed to help each student reach their potential and grow beyond their comfort zone.
Collaborative Environment
- Students learn in flexible, intimately-sized instructional groups and build lasting social connections with schoolmates.
- We emphasize the process of thinking, skill development, and understanding.
Pluralistic Jewish Life
- We inspire active participation in Jewish life through a pluralistic approach.
- Our students develop connections to Israel through relationship building, engaging with places and themes of Israeli culture as well as through Hebrew language immersion and exploration of Jewish texts.
- We emphasize community and responsibility, nurturing the next generation of Jewish citizens.
- We strive to celebrate and enhance the Jewish experiences that animate the spiritual lives of Hebrew Day School families.
Holistic Development
- We nurture social and emotional growth through collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and creativity.
- Our students develop skills in both languages, learning to express themselves clearly, listen effectively, and analyze problems.
- We encourage creativity by promoting self-expression, celebrating productive mistakes, and guiding students to take healthy risks.
General Studies
We are committed to the highest standards of academic excellence in secular subjects. Our common-core aligned curriculum is comprehensive, engaging, and lends itself to differentiated learning.
Math
Engaging hands-on activities and real-world problems make math exciting and intuitive. Our rigorous curriculum emphasizes both conceptual understanding and consistent practice, building confident problem solvers.
Language Arts
A language-rich environment fosters a love for reading, writing, and communication. Starting in Kindergarten, our curriculum lays a strong foundation for literacy and expression.
Science
Sparking curiosity and exploration, students engage in hands-on experiments and inquiry-based learning, building a robust knowledge base.
Social Studies
Connecting the past to the present, our social studies program cultivates thoughtful and responsible citizens through engaging and relevant lessons.
Hebrew and Judaic Studies
Our immersive Hebrew language instruction aims to cultivate high levels of spoken proficiency and literacy. In Judaics classes, students develop a love of Torah through in-depth study, critical questioning, learning to read Torah and Torah trope, as well as through meaningful discussions.
Hebrew
Hebrew is taught as a living language, integral to both modern communication and ancient Jewish texts. Starting in Kindergarten, students interact with Hebrew daily, building fluency and a deep connection to Jewish heritage and modern Israel.
Judaic Study
Our Judaic studies program immerses students in meaningful rituals, joyful holiday celebrations, and deep Torah study. Students develop confidence in comprehending Hebrew texts, expressing themselves, and engaging deeply with Jewish traditions and the State of Israel.
Jewish Values
Students learn to identify ethical and socially responsible behavior as core Jewish values. They embrace principles like giving tzedakah, loving their neighbors, and recognizing the divine image in every person.
Immersive Experiences
Through communal prayers and experiential engagement, students build a strong sense of community and connection to Jewish heritage. They learn both the structure and meaning behind the Jewish calendar and life cycle, encouraging active leadership roles as they grow.
Specials
Our high-quality specialty classes are essential, enriching elements of the elementary school curriculum, woven into each day.
Art
Our art program nurtures creativity, competence, and curiosity. Students explore various artistic elements and techniques, guided by state and national standards. Weekly studio classes allow students to express themselves and connect with their heritage through art.
Instrumental Music
Hebrew Day School’s instrumental music program provides the opportunity for students to learn how to play an instrument and perform in an instrumental ensemble. Students learn the fundamentals of music and explore the various instrument families, playing recorders in third grade, ukuleles in fourth grade, and wind or brass instruments in fifth grade.
Physical Education
Our program promotes an active, healthy lifestyle and strong sportsmanship. Students engage in age-appropriate activities, set personal fitness goals, and participate in gym classes twice a week to develop individual and team skills.
Library
Weekly library visits foster a love of reading and literature. Students engage in discussions, critical thinking, and projects related to their curricula. The library offers a diverse collection of books in English and Hebrew, supporting both secular and Judaic learning.
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
SEL is integrated into our curriculum to help students develop self-awareness, self-control, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. These skills help students manage emotions, build healthy relationships, and navigate everyday challenges.
Computer Science
With Computer science as a stand-alone special, students gain digital literacy skills while exploring the ways in which technology can advance and support their learning. Our curriculum impresses upon students the importance of intentional and reflective use of technological tools.
Drama
Students develop the skills to present in public and are poised for conversation and interaction in the world through practicing drama in the classroom. They think intentionally about their presence, the type of impact they want to make, and how they want to be perceived.
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