Temple Sha'arey Shalom Preschool

The spirit of our Religious School is contagious! It is reflected in the dedication of our Cantor and Religious School Director, Amy Daniels, in the involvement of our Rabbi, Joshua Goldstein, in a wonderful faculty of concerned and loving teachers, in the enthusiastic corps of parents who volunteer their talents, and most of all, in the eyes of our children that sparkle with the excitement of learning. The underlying principle of our Religious School is to instill in our students a sense of respect and pride for tradition. How do we do it? By providing a loving, supportive atmosphere in which children can study their heritage, by creating a feeling of community with Jews in other times and places, and by instilling a sense of responsibility for the well-being of all people. You’ll see it in the pride of a five year old who helps the Rabbi and Cantor lead a Shabbat morning service, a ten year old who discovers the joy of decoding the mystery of Hebrew letters, and of a fifteen year old who develops a relationship with a resident at an old age home. What makes us most proud, though, is the reality that our children actually enjoy Religious School!

We believe that practice of Judaism, participation in worship, rituals and ceremonies, and living Jewish values are as important to a child’s Jewish education as classroom learning. Family Education provides engaging, enriching family experiences that enable parents to strengthen the Jewish identity of their families while becoming Jewish teachers and role models for their own children.

Our synagogue is proud of its outstanding education program including religious, cultural, educational and social activities. We would be delighted to welcome your child to Sha’arey Shalom Religious School.