B’nai Israel’s Dr. Stuart Lessans Talmud Torah is a dynamic, engaging and creative Jewish learning environment that incorporates the latest in educational practices. We especially focus on creating a social-emotional space where we recognize each student’s strengths and build a strong community.
The philosophy of our Talmud Torah program is based on a foundation of social and emotional learning through our innovative curriculum, Livnot Kehillah, building community. Through experiential and project-based learning, our teachers' role is to guide each child in finding their path towards a Jewish identity that is personally meaningful and encourages exploration as they learn Conservative traditions and practices.
Our students are active learners who create, explore, and are guided as they discover the relevance of Judaism in their lives. Our teachers are thoughtful, committed and caring who focus on a student-centered approach for learners with a variety of learning styles.
B’nai Israel Talmud Torah’s Lower School (grades K–6) aims to engage children in an exploration of Jewish texts, history, practices, beliefs, and Jewish values that are meaningful in the present and will be the foundation for a lifetime of participation in Jewish community.
The Talmud Torah Noar B’Yachad (meaning "Youth Together") program seeks to inspire our teens in grades 7 and up to lead their lives as identified, committed Jews, with a thirst for lifelong Jewish learning.
What are the goals we have for our Talmud Torah students?
- To learn Jewish practices and observances for Shabbat, holidays, and every day
- To gain a working knowledge of prayer Hebrew
- To build a Jewish community of peers and families
- To experience working together in an environment including project-based learning and experiential education
- To be joyful in their Jewish practices and beliefs
We look forward to learning with you!
Rabbi Penina Alexander, Talmud Torah Director 301-816-5566
ADDITIONAL LINKS
Click here for upcoming Talmud Torah programs
Office Contacts
Rabbi Cheryl Stone 301-816-5574
Rabbi Penina Alexander 301-816-5566
Genesis Torres 301-816-5576
Wed, February 1 2023
10 Shevat 5783
2022-2023 Calendar
early dismissal form
Please complete this online form for early dismissal. We appreciate your submitting the form by 9:05 AM on Sundays and 4:00 PM on Tuesdays.
payment plans & registration
Thank you to those parents who have already registered for the fall. Enrollments will be “confirmed” by June 29. When confirmed, enrolled families will receive an email with instructions for setting up a payment plan or how to pay in full via your ShulCloud account. Families registering after June 28 will have enrollments "Confirmed" on a rolling basis.
To register for the 2022-2023 school year, please click here.
