Temple Shalom launches its new "SHACHARIT" Education Program

The SHACHARIT Education program at Temple Shalom in Newton is now welcoming new families this fall! SHACHARIT is Temple Shalom’s new, first of its kind, innovative program for kids in kindergarten through sixth grade. Join us and explore a living Judaism filled with opportunities for connection and hands-on Jewish learning. Go on a robotic exploration of Israel, explore Hebrew through movement, learn about Jewish values and “mensch munch” on environmentally sustainable snacks, explore your “dramatic” side while learning Jewish history, share in our spiritual and thoughtful family tefila (prayer) and so much more! Our program welcomes interfaith families, the LGBTQ community and children of diverse learning styles.

“I am excited to teach our students that Judaism is real and relevant to their lives and to show them how it interacts with everything they do and how they can use it to connect with one another. We are going to teach kids to experience Judaism through STEAM (science, teaching, engineering, the arts and music/math) subjects. Our goal is for Judaism to come alive at SHACHARIT through teaching Judaica and Hebrew alongside robotics, animation, game design, music, movement and drama. It all goes back to making Judaism alive and relevant,” said Rabbi Allison Berry, Temple Shalom’s Associate Rabbi for Education, when asked about this exciting new program.

If you would like to learn more about our pluralistic, joyful and connected Jewish community, the SHACHARIT education program or our other educational opportunities please connect with Rabbi Berry or any of our educators. Please check out our website at: www.templeshalom.org or contact Rabbi Berry and her staff at 617-332-9550 or sbraun@templeshalom.org.

About Us:

Temple Shalom is a diverse and inclusive Reform congregation that has served Newton and the surrounding communities for over 60 years. Our members include young families, interfaith families, LGBTQ, empty-nesters and single adults. Our learning opportunities, social action initiatives, and worship opportunities are as varied as our community.

Torah Lishmah or Lifelong Learning, is central to our core values. We offer opportunities to learn that are rich with meaningful Jewish content, innovative, hands-on experiences and connected community for young children through adulthood. Our community is proud of its’ award-winning nursery school, our new SHACHARIT and 7-12th grade education programs for young people and our incredible array of adult learning options. Our educators and caring clergy have won national awards and are respected as thought-leaders in the greater Jewish community.

We welcome you and encourage you to explore all our community has to offer! Please check-out our website at www.templeshalom.org to learn about upcoming events and learning opportunities.