Adath Jewish Pathway for Youth
Your child's path to a strong Jewish identity.
Open to all families with children from birth through 12th grade.
View/Download our clickable map to Adath's Jewish Pathway for youth.
Every family takes its own path. Choose the educational and social elements that best fit your family.
Note: B'nai Mitzvah are required to attend SMP and either Talmud Torah or Jewish Day School.
Every family takes its own path. Choose the educational and social elements that best fit your family.
Note: B'nai Mitzvah are required to attend SMP and either Talmud Torah or Jewish Day School.
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Birth - Grade 4 Families
HaLev: Families Growing Together A project of Adath Jeshurun Congregation Visit us on Facebook or contact Jenifer Robins, Director of Young Adult and Family Life, at jeniferr@adath.net. |
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6 weeks - PreK
Gan Shelanu Preschool Beit Tinokot & Preschool Gan Shelanu is Adath Jeshurun Congregation’s early childhood program for children aged six weeks through Pre-Kindergarten. The Gan provides a rich variety of learning experiences to stimulate the cognitive and social development of your child within a Jewish context. We work to instill in our students pride in their heritage, the importance of community and love of giving back. Questions? Contact Julie Ziessman, Director of Early Childhood Education at juliez@adath.net or 952.545.8694. |
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Kindergarten - Grade 1
B'Yachad & Beyond Sunday School Sunday morning curriculum with highly qualified teachers filled with Hebrew and Judaica to prepare your child for the next level of Jewish education. B’Yachad develops a meaningful educational and bonding opportunity for our Kindergartners and 1st graders. We welcome families of all backgrounds to enrich their Jewish journey and build engaging connections with each other. Learn more and register today. Questions? Contact Julie Ziessman, Director of Early Childhood Education at juliez@adath.net or 952.545.8694. |
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Grades 2 - 8
Talmud Torah of Minneapolis Talmud Torah of Minneapolis is a community, supplementary Jewish school for 2nd through 8th-grade students that partners with two Conservative synagogues, Adath Jeshurun Congregation and Beth El Synagogue. Located in the western suburbs of Minneapolis, and housed at the Sabes Jewish Community Center, Talmud Torah is a vibrant school with more than 125 years of history. Learn more and register today. Questions? Contact Talmud Torah of Minneapolis at contactus@talmudtorahmpls.org or 952.381.3300. |
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Kindergarten - Grade 8
Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day School The Amos and Celia Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day School provides a strong academic foundation in general and Jewish studies in an environment in which students feel positive about themselves and others. The Day School is committed to academic excellence and the pursuit of learning as a lifelong venture. The school reflects and teaches respect for the diversity of Jewish life. We challenge our students to exemplify the values of Judaism and of American democratic principles. Learn more and apply today. Questions? Contact Allie Greenstein at agreenstein@hmjds.org or 952.381.3500. |
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Grades 4 - 12
Adath Youth Groups Adath Youth Department offers the Jewish Youth Group within the international USY organization. USY for 9-12th grade, Kadima Gesher for 6-8th grade, and Chaverim for 4-5th grade. These groups/chapters are a fun way for Jewish children, tweens, teens to form friendships, learn more about their religion and culture, and become leaders in their community. Join Adath USY. Friend Adath USY on Facebook and follow us on Instagram @adathusy. Maccabees Chapter for grades 4 - 5: Please contact Rachel Sher at rachels@adath.net. Kadima Gesher Chapter for grades 6 - 8: Register here. USY – United Synagogue Youth for grades 9-12: Register here. Questions? Contact Rachel Sher at rachels@adath.net or 952.215.3910. |
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Grades 5 - 8
Shabbat Morning Program Grades 5 - 7: SMP is the cornerstone of educating our young congregants. All children entering 5th grade and above who plan to celebrate a B'nai Mitzvah at Adath Jeshurun are required to attend the program for 5th-7th Graders. Register for SMP Questions? Contact Risa Kessler at risak@adath.net or 763.670.6167. Grade 8: This program starts students on the road to becoming SMP staff. The curriculum includes Ethics - emphasizing the Ethics of Speech, "Shmirat Lashon," leadership skills and tzedakah that inform their role as mentors of younger students; and a review of their prayer and Torah skills. Register for 8th Grade SMP Shabbat Morning Program Teen Tutors Grades 9 - 12: It is a proud Adath tradition for teens to serve as SMP staff. This vital role engages these teens in Jewish life and teaches them responsibility, and the value of passing on our traditions. Service-based scholarships for Jewish summer camps and Israel trips are available to teens who serve as SMP staff. Register for 9th-12th Grade SMP Teen Tutors |
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Grades 9 - 12
TEN@ADATH Teen Educational Network TEN@ADATH Tuesday classes Ten@Adath is our congregation-based experiential learning program, providing a dynamic space on Tuesdays for teens to deepen their Jewish identity, expand their learning and connect with ancient wisdom in the world around us (includes Heschel Study Group). The Ten@Adath 2022-2023 school year begins in September 2022 through May 2023. Classes are scheduled to be held in-person. Register to join. TEN@ADATH Heschel Study Group With the purpose of ‘investing in the future’, our Jewish community lies in the passions of those who are learning about Judaism and practicing what they learn once a month with a Saturday Shabbat Kiddush lunch. Each teen will enrich their Judaic knowledge and self reflection to further their growth within the community. Questions? Contact Rachel Sher at rachels@adath.net or 952.215.3910. |
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Grades 8 - 12
Moving Traditions - Shevet, Rosh Hodesh Rosh Hodesh Girls' group & SHEVET Boys' group - A program of Moving Traditions Rosh Hodesh is a contemporary monthly celebration of the ancient New Moon holiday for girls in grades 8 -12 that builds self-esteem, leadership skills, Jewish identity, and great friendships. A program of Moving Traditions, each grade level has its own cohort. Rosh Hodesh has been offered at Adath since 2005. Shevet, a brotherhood for boys in grades 8 -12, builds self-esteem, leadership skills, Jewish identity and great friendships. A program of Moving Traditions, each grade level has its own cohort. Please register to join our new 8th grade cohort or continue your participation in our 9th -12th grade cohorts. Learn more. Register. Questions? Contact Rachel Sher at rachels@adath.net or 952.215.3910. |