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Jewish Learning at Temple Sinai

At Temple Sinai’s Religious School, students and their families engage deeply with Jewish life, learning, and identity.

Our program combines the study of Torah, Hebrew, Jewish holidays, culture, and Tefillah (prayer) with a focus on social and environmental justice from a Jewish perspective. We take a creative, student-centered approach to learning, using project-based and social-emotional methods that encourage curiosity, connection, and personal meaning.

We aim to create a community that is welcoming and supportive, while also offering a thoughtful and challenging education. Students are encouraged to ask questions, explore ideas, and develop their own understanding of what it means to be Jewish.

To learn more about our school, please call the Religious School office at 617-277-5883 or send an email to the Director of Education, Jen Zak.

Temple Sinai Religious School

Grades K-2

Sunday Mornings

Our young children’s programs make Jewish learning fun and engaging. We use music and storytelling, Hebrew through Movement, and creative play to support our students’ learning and growth. We introduce our students to the Hebrew alphabet and begin our exploration of Torah learning. We teach core Jewish values like Chesed (kindness), helping our students develop empathy and care for each other.

Email us to learn more.

Grades 3-7

Sunday A.M. & Tuesday afternoons

Our 3rd-7th grade students deepen their understanding of Judaism, advance their knowledge of Hebrew and Tanakh (Jewish bible) and expand their understanding of Jewish values in their world. We explore new terrain of Jewish learning such as environmental justice in the spirit of empowering our students to realize that they play a vital role in Tikkun Olam, the process of repairing our world. We challenge our students at the same time as we create a warm and loving environment for them to feel nurtured and supported in their Jewish learning. 

Email us to learn more.

Grades 8-12

Sinai U - Teen program

Our 8th-12th grade students choose from a variety of programming to pursue a deep and meaningful connection to Judaism and our community. The variety of options we offer enables students to create a unique Jewish learning experience that engages their particular needs and interests. Students may choose to gather for community service projects, advanced learning about Israel, supportive youth groups, and other programming. Our 8th-12th graders also maintain their connection to our religious school by working as Madrichim (teaching guides) and staffing Java Negila, our community café.

K'tonton - 3 and 4 year olds

Monthly on Sunday 10am

Come explore Judaism! This interactive drop-off program introduces children to Jewish holidays and practices through arts & crafts, songs, stories, and games.

K’tonton and Tot Shabbat 2024-25 Information

Grades K-2

Sunday Mornings

Our young children’s programs make Jewish learning fun and engaging. We use music and storytelling, Hebrew through Movement, and creative play to support our students’ learning and growth. We introduce our students to the Hebrew alphabet and begin our exploration of Torah learning. We teach core Jewish values like Chesed (kindness), helping our students develop empathy and care for each other.

Email us to learn more.

Grades 3-7

Sunday A.M. & Tuesday afternoons

Our 3rd-7th grade students deepen their understanding of Judaism, advance their knowledge of Hebrew and Tanakh (Jewish bible) and expand their understanding of Jewish values in their world. We explore new terrain of Jewish learning such as environmental justice in the spirit of empowering our students to realize that they play a vital role in Tikkun Olam, the process of repairing our world. We challenge our students at the same time as we create a warm and loving environment for them to feel nurtured and supported in their Jewish learning. 

Email us to learn more.

Grades 8-12

Sinai U - Teen program

Our 8th-12th grade students choose from a variety of programming to pursue a deep and meaningful connection to Judaism and our community. The variety of options we offer enables students to create a unique Jewish learning experience that engages their particular needs and interests. Students may choose to gather for community service projects, advanced learning about Israel, supportive youth groups, and other programming. Our 8th-12th graders also maintain their connection to our religious school by working as Madrichim (teaching guides) and staffing Java Negila, our community café.

K'tonton - 3 and 4 year olds

Monthly on Sunday 10am

Come explore Judaism! This interactive drop-off program introduces children to Jewish holidays and practices through arts & crafts, songs, stories, and games.

K’tonton and Tot Shabbat 2024-25 Information

Grades K-2

Sunday Mornings

Our young children’s programs make Jewish learning fun and engaging. We use music and storytelling, Hebrew through Movement, and creative play to support our students’ learning and growth. We introduce our students to the Hebrew alphabet and begin our exploration of Torah learning. We teach core Jewish values like Chesed (kindness), helping our students develop empathy and care for each other.

Email us to learn more.

Grades 3-7

Sunday A.M. & Tuesday afternoons

Our 3rd-7th grade students deepen their understanding of Judaism, advance their knowledge of Hebrew and Tanakh (Jewish bible) and expand their understanding of Jewish values in their world. We explore new terrain of Jewish learning such as environmental justice in the spirit of empowering our students to realize that they play a vital role in Tikkun Olam, the process of repairing our world. We challenge our students at the same time as we create a warm and loving environment for them to feel nurtured and supported in their Jewish learning. 

Email us to learn more.

All are welcome. Free programs for children ages 6 month – 5 years old

Baby Naming

Mazel tov on the birth of your baby! We would be overjoyed to welcome your child into the Jewish covenant at Temple Sinai. Speak to us about holding a baby naming during Shabbat services in our Sanctuary.

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K'tonton

For 3 & 4-year-olds. Monthly on Sundays, 10 a.m. Come explore Judaism! This interactive drop-off program introduces children to Jewish holidays and practices through arts & crafts, songs, stories, and games.

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Tot Shabbat

For families with children ages 0-5. Monthly on Saturdays, 9:30-10 a.m. Celebrate Shabbat together! Join us in the Sanctuary on Shabbat morning for singing, instruments, movement, and a Torah story.

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