PRE-SCHOOL | CURRICULUM

Curriculum

Judaic Orientation. The Judaic component of our school is all-encompassing. The school has a value system built upon the tenets of Judaism as practiced at Temple Emanu-El, a Reform Jewish institution. Shabbat, religious holidays, concepts of God, Torah, nature, love and concern for each other are all observed. Our general theme is "To See the World Through Jewish Eyes." We welcome the community, as well as our Temple membership, to share in our school. Rabbi David Stern, Rabbi Debra Robbins, Rabbi Oren Hayon, Rabbi Asher Knight, and Cantor Richard Cohn, participate in the Pre-School and we are grateful for their continuing interest in our children.

Creative Dramatics. Children participate in a creative dramatics program. The Pre-School provides this program for the Two, Three and Four-Year Old classes. Drama encourages self-concept enhancement through imaginative role play in children and is lots of fun!

Creative Arts. Children experience the process of creating art using a variety of materials. This is an enriching and rewarding special class that boosts self-confidence and enhances the child's creative skills.

Music. Our music program introduces children to rhythm, movement, various musical instruments, and song. Each week children learn Pre-School songs as well as songs for Shabbat and Jewish holidays.

Movement. Music Together is a fun-filled class that combines music with movement, instruments, props, and dance to create a magical experience for our younger children.

Library. The children will experience a foundation for a love of literature! Each week children will check out a book of their choice. The children will listen to stories, rhymes, have puppet shows and create their own stories.

Physical Education/Gross Motor Skills. This program is designed to increase gross motor coordination, teach cooperative team skills and promote positive self-esteem through a fun and challenging movement curriculum.