Sunday, October 12th @ 09:00 AM Get vaccinated before the winter holidays! CSZ is proud to host a clinic offering flu, RSV, and COVID-19 vaccines. Bring your insurance card. Registration encouraged. No cost for vaccines. Vaccine Clinic Sunday, October 12th @ 10:00 AM Join your CSZ Village and Morah Lindsay Mall on Sunday mornings at 10am for brunch, songs, movement, instruments, bubbles, and so much more. FREE and open to the community- bring your friends! Walk-ins are welcome! Perfect for tots ages 0-5 years. Baby and Me Join your CSZ Village for Pizza in a Hut! We’ll gather at CSZ at 11:00 a.m. for a pizza and salad lunch in the Sukkah and learn all about the holiday of Sukkot! We’ll have a professional photographer on hand to take family portraits in our beautiful Sukkah so bring your entire family and join us for this special holiday. This event is free and open to all young families in the community. Registration is requested. Pizza in a Hut: Sukkot Family Program Tuesday, October 14th @ 06:00 PM Join us Tuesday night for a full Simchat Torah Celebration with services, hakafot, dinner and a Candy Bar Simchat Torah Celebration CSZ Village Shabbat is a monthly meet-up for Jewish young professionals, young families, and teens centered on one simple idea - that no matter how we engage with our Judaism, Shabbat is meant for all of usl CSZ Village Shabbat Join journalist and author John Gallagher for a timely discussion: “The Real Reasons Behind Detroit’s Recovery.” Learn about the untold stories of urban resilience and rebirth. Registration required. Catered lunch. Cost: $10. Generously sponsored by Joy and Allan Nachman. Coffee House with John Gallagher Join us in honoring our community’s veterans during Shabbat morning services. A moving tribute to those who have served our country with courage and dedication. All are welcome. To be included in the program, please register by October 27th. Registration encouraged. Veterans Day Shabbat To Register for these and other events, please visit csz.app/Events or scan the QR Code below PLease Register Village Tots

Curriculum

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. 

Staff

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.

Family Programs

Throughout the year, we invite families to celebrate with us! Parents, grandparents, and siblings are welcome to join us for special Religious School mornings filled with music, food, and community celebration as we observe holidays such as Sukkot, Tu B’Shevat, and Passover as a school community. Families and students are also encouraged to attend our weekly Shabbat services, where we offer youth activities for children of all ages. Participating in Shabbat helps our students connect their learning and apply it in a congregational setting, fostering a deeper connection to our synagogue community.