Welcome!
Welcome to our Hebrew School, where the values and tradition of Judaism are vividly brought to life!
We offer an outstanding Hebrew School, that will give your child a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Judaism through art project, interactive activities and much fun!
Watch your child excel through our lessons taught in a manner giving great appreciation of our rich Jewish heritage.
Ages
Hebrew School ages is from 5-10 with a seperate Bar and Bat Mitzvah Program for 11 & 12 year olds.
Dates & Rates
Our calendar has 3 semesters with each semester containing 8 Hebrew School Days.
Hebrew school days take place on Sundays from 10 AM to 12 PM.See the years schedule here.
Each semester individually costs $300 per child Sign up for the whole year and receive a discounted rate of $750.
Discounts & scholorships available.
We ensure no Jewish child will miss a Jewish education due to lack of financial means.
Location
Hebrew school takes place at Chabad Berkeley Jewish Center 1710 University Ave.
Staff
Senior Directors Rabbi and Mrs. Ferris
Directors are Rabbi Mendy and Menucha Blank
Additional local teachers
Sample Day of Hebrew School Schedule
10:00 AM - Arrival and daily prayers
10:15 AM - Aleph Bet Champs
10:40 AM - Recess either indoors or walk to Ohlone Park
11:00 AM - Jewish holiday curriculum
11:30 AM - Curriculum for age group & JewQ
12:00 PM - Dismissal
Basic Curriculum Overview
Hebrew Reading: The Hebrew reading program will give your child the necessary tools to become a confident reader. We follow the Aleph Champ Reading curriculum, where each child progresses from level to level as s/he masters the Hebrew letters, then vowels and finally reading complete prayers. The Aleph Champ adopted the color system used in karate - "white belt" to "black belt" - to motivate Hebrew reading and add that touch of excitement! The children will receive awards with each passing level!
Jewish Holidays: We will explore the traditions and customs of Shabbat and the Jewish Holidays. Hands-on lessons for each Jewish holiday will fill the calendar as we begin with learning about the High Holidays and continue throughout the entire school year. By the end of the year, the students will have a deeper understanding and appreciation of each holiday, it's traditions and customs. Art projects, crafts and special workshops will bring our holidays to life and enable the children to bring home a taste of Jewish Culture.
Torah, Jewish History & Israel: The children will be introduced to the character and stories of the Torah. An overview of Jewish history starting with creation to the giving of the Torah to modern day Israel will be taught through interactive stories and projects. The students will gain an appreciation for our heritage and culture that has been preserved throughout the ages. They will also attain affection for the uniqueness of Israel, our homeland.
See More Curriculum Info Here
