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 Heilicher 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 Heilicher 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. View Gan Shelanu's new enrollment options. Please 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. Please contact Sue Shrell Leon at suel@adath.net with any questions. |
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Kindergarten - Grade 4
Junior Congregation Where Torah Comes Alive All K-4th grade enjoy various hands-on activities and Jewish stories related to the ritual and beauty of our Torah. The Torah portion of the week is lead creatively by our responsible teen volunteers. Please register to attend any or all sessions and to receive more information. Questions? contact Sue Shrell Leon at suel@adath.net with any questions. |
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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. Contact Talmud Torah of Minneapolis via email 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. Contact Heilicher via email or 952.381.3500. |
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Grades 2 - 12
Adath Youth Groups Adath Youth Department offers the Jewish Youth Group within the international USY organization. USY for 8-12th grade, KADIMA for 5-7th grade, and Maccabee for 2-4th 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 @artsyadath. Maccabee Chapter for 2-4th grade: Please contact Sue Shrell Leon at suel@adath.net. KADIMA Chapter for 5-7th grade: register here. USY – United Synagogue Youth for 8-12th grade: register here. |
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Grades 5 - 8
Shabbat Morning Program 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. Please contact Risa Kessler at risak@adath.net with any questions. Register for SMP. 8th Graders: 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 9-12th Graders: 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. Contact Risa Kessler, B'nai Mitzvah and Torah Reading Coordinator, at risak@adath.net to learn more. |
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Grades 8 - 12
TEN@ADATH Teen Educational Network TEN@ADATH Class session open to 9-12th grade 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. Cost: $240 (includes Heschel Study Group). The Ten@Adath 2021-2022 school year begins Tuesday, October 5. Classes are scheduled to be held in-person. Learn more and register to join by August 30, 2021. TEN@ADATH Heschel Study Group open to 8-12th grade 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 on Saturday Shabbat during Kiddush lunch timing….to have each teen enrich their Judaic knowledge and self reflection, to have each teen participant further their growth within the community. Please contact Sue Shrell Leon at suel@adath.net with any questions. |
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Grades 8 - 12
Tzedakah/Justice Series Open to all teens in 8-12th grade of the Minneapolis St. Paul area who seek to create an inclusive opportunity for our Twin Cities Jewish teens. Throughout four Sunday sessions and one Shabbat weekend our goal is to introduce our teens to new causes, organizations, non-profit organizations, develop leadership skills, participate in community service hours and ‘hands-on’ projects, and to be inspired by special guest speakers who will share their personal journey to become a local “hero.” Teens will also receive specified training when volunteering with different cultures within our community, addressing diversity in culture, socio-economic levels, abilities. Register for each session. |
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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, a program of Moving Traditions, (www.roshhodesh.org), 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. Rosh Hodesh has been offered at Adath since 2005. Register for Rosh Hodesh. Enrollment is open to 8th, 9th and 10th graders at this time. Join this brotherhood for boys in grades 8-12 that builds self-esteem, leadership skills, Jewish identity and great friendships. Register for Shevet. Enrollment is open to 8th and 9th graders at this time. Please contact Sue Shrell Leon at suel@adath.net with any questions about Rosh Hodesh or Shevet. |