Temple Israel Of South Merrick

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EDUCATION PROGRAMS @ TEMPLE ISRAEL

Children's Programs

Our Hebrew School is under the direction of our principal, Mr. Charles Littman.

Children’s Programs

BABIES and BAGELS meets twice a month to get to know new children and their moms in the neighborhood.

TOT SHABBATa special Friday evening services for our youngest members, where children participate in a service specifically
designed for them.

Wee Friends Yeladim Nursey School, a nurturing environment where children benefit from a program that is being run by
founders with 30 years of caring and experience.

Sunday School

TINY TOTS for children ages 3-4 begin the process of Jewish identification and learning.

KINDERGARTEN children further develop the programs introduced in Tiny Tots.

PRIMARY I AND II where 1st & 2nd graders are introduced to reading Hebrew and prayer skills.

Hebrew School

BEGINS IN 3rd GRADE - children meet twice during the week for Hebrew School and on Saturday mornings for Junior
Congregation services. This program fully develops such areas as reading, history, customs, ritual and current events. Our
music teacher adds fun and socialization to the academic program.

BRACHOT & BREAKFAST- join your children on Sunday mornings for breakfast and instruction from Rabbi Hoffman to learn
the weekday services.

YOUTH GROUP - Kadima & Botnim both meet twice a month for a special evening dinner activity and socialization.

Bar / Bat Mitzvah

This life cycle event is truly special at Temple Israel. Each child has his/her own special day. Rabbi Hoffman teaches each
student individually. A Bar/Bat Mitzvah is not a “performance,” but rather a culmination of years of study and experience in leading the congregation in prayer.

Adult Education

Hebrew Literacy for those who cannot read Hebrew, or need a refresher course, Rabbi Hoffman teaches an Adult Hebrew
class where everyone learns to participate in services to his/her best ability.

Community Lecture Series annual program of Jewish Learning held at Temple Israel. This program sponsored by Synagogues
in the Merrick, Bellmore, Wantagh and Massapequa communities features a series of lectures and guest speakers on topics
that explore Judaism and Jewish history.

Site Map Temple Israel of South Merrick, 2655 Clubhouse Road, Merrick, NY 11566