Friday evenings are for connection.
Our Kabbalat Shabbat service in the round is musical, joyful, and easy to enter, whether you know every melody or are walking into synagogue for the first time. Everyone is invited in. Everyone belongs.
After services, we gather for a warm, heimish Shabbat dinner, shared stories, and the kind of Jewish time that makes you want to come back next month.
Community doesn’t just happen. We build it — together.
Join CSZ Village on Friday night June 12th at 6:00 p.m. for Pride Shabbat, a welcoming and inclusive Kabbalat Shabbat for our LGBTQ+ community and its allies.
We’ll begin with cocktails and a spirited Kabbalat Shabbat service in the round, lifting up the themes of belonging and holiness at the heart of both Shabbat and Pride.
After services, stay for a light dinner and time to gather in community to celebrate and share Shabbat in an affirming, inclusive space. All are welcome!
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.