Join us as we welcome JTS Student Rabbi Shira Bodnar, who will lead us in Kabbalat Shabbat on Friday night and, on Shabbat morning, offer the d’var Torah and lead us in Mussaf.
Originally from Toronto, Shira Bodnar is a cantorial and rabbinical student at JTS. Shira previously received an Honors Bachelor of Music Theatre Performance from Sheridan College, and worked for a year as an outdoor educator at Shoresh, a Jewish environmental organization.
Come join the CSZ Clergy and your community in the Bernstein Chapel for a traditional Kabbalat service to welcome Shabbat and to pray for our brothers and sisters in Israel. There will be a small Oneg Shabbat in the Weisberg Lobby. You may also join on Zoom
We utilize Siddur Sim Shalom. It is recommended that you purchase a weekday morning, weekday afternoon, weekday evening and Shabbat.
For regular daily minyanim, please enter through the Lester Entrance Plaza. Either enter the code on the keypad or press the button on the Ring camera.
Our curriculum is written for our school by our Rabbis and Director of Youth and Family Learning. Each grade level has specific goals and learning targets that encompass the following areas:
Learning and practicing Jewish rituals, holidays, and ethical actions, emphasizing how these observances connect individuals to Jewish tradition and community.
Fostering a connection to Israel by exploring its geography, history, and significance as the Jewish homeland.
Centering on learning and understanding Torah stories, characters, and teachings, and applying their lessons to daily life.
Emphasizing the importance of ethical behavior, acts of kindness (Gemilut Chasadim), and fulfilling obligations like Tzedakah (charity).
Exploring the meaning and practice of prayer, teaching students how to communicate with God and understand the significance of different prayers.
Focusing on learning the Hebrew alphabet, vocabulary, and basic reading skills to engage with Jewish texts and prayers.
Each grade level explores these themes through engaging and age-appropriate lessons. Teachers use a variety of teaching methods and resources, including the Chai Curriculum.
We are fortunate to have a dedicated team of professional Jewish educators. Our teachers receive weekly planning time, during which they use our curriculum and learning goals to craft engaging lesson plans. They benefit from regular coaching and feedback from our Director of Youth and Family Learning and participate in ongoing professional development throughout the year. Our educators are passionate about their students and committed to their growth and success.