Jewish education is more than the study of Hebrew or the telling of Bible stories. It is the sum total of all the experiences and learning of a people that is 3500 years old. The Religious School at Leo Baeck Temple teaches children about their heritage and prepares them to participate in a lifetime of Jewish practice, values and community.

Children begin by attending on Sunday from kindergarten through third grade. In grades four through seven, they come on Sunday and Wednesday to allow time to study Hebrew language, prayer and Torah for those preparing to become bat or bar mitzvah. Grades eight through ten return to a once-a-week program, with eighth grade meeting on Sunday mornings and ninth and tenth grades meeting on Wednesday evenings, culminating in a Confirmation ceremony.

Our curriculum includes an understanding of Jewish concepts and active participation in Gemilut Chasadim (acts of righteousness), music and art, a study of Israel, attention to current events from a Jewish perspective and other varied and interesting subject matter. Because we believe parents are our partners in their child's education, each class has a component in which families study together. In addition to academics, there is tefillah (religious service) for every age group.

Our greatest asset is our experienced professional faculty. We are also a training site for Hebrew Union College graduate interns preparing to direct their own schools. Our rabbis and cantor are always active participants in providing inspiring and meaningful educational experiences for our Jewish learning community.