Hillel Highlights

• Tefilla
• Core programs in reading, math, language arts, science, and social studies.
• Ivrit B'Ivrit instruction.
• Chumash, Dinim, Talmud, and Navi.
• Derech Eretz, Midot program features instruction in moral values.
• Computers in every classroom. State of the art Technology.
• Arts.
• Physical education.
• Field trips, guest speakers and special school-wide events.
• Individualized enrichment and remedial programs in all areas.
• Full program of after school activities
  

EC2 - KINDERGARTEN

Your child's first learning experience has tremendous impact on his/her life. Each child needs to know that he/she is important. A positive self-image is developed by providing children opportunities to be successful.

GENERAL STUDIES

Through play children are given an educational foundation that carries them through life.Children are encouraged to explore, question, and work cooperatively.
Social interaction and group participation, good manners and appropriate behavior are encouraged. Creative math and reading readiness programs are offered, emphasizing visual and auditory discrimination together with memory skills.
Conceptual development is achieved through group discussions, use of modern visual aids, computers and games. An environment for creative expression is provided through art, music, role-playing, games and discussions.
Fine and gross motor skills are developed through a variety of activities.
Class trips and special visitors enhance the program.

JUDAIC  STUDIES

Our Judaic program is incorporated into daily activities.
Traditional values, timeless wisdom, and laws and customs are learned through songs, stories, games and weekly Shabbat assemblies.
A Jewish atmosphere permeates all aspects of our curriculum.
A love for Judaism and Israel is instilled in the children and Jewish values are taught through tzedakah, prayer and Bible stories.
Prayers are said daily and Hebrew words are integrated into the daily lessons.
Beginning Hebrew language skills, through reading readiness and oral activities, are introduced.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - MIDDLE SCHOOL

In grades one through eight, emphasis is placed on developing the fullest potential of each child. Our students are guided by an exceptionally dedicated team of gifted, understanding educators.

GENERAL STUDIES

Our secular education includes reading, math, language arts, science, and social studies. Art, physical education and computers enrich our curriculum.
Individualized enrichment and remedial programs are available.
Limited class sizes, class trips, guest speakers and special events enhance student learning experiences.
Our educational materials, books, computer programs and curricula are exceptionally effective, and under constant scrutiny and reevaluation.
Students are encouraged to speak, think, feel, question and evaluate.

JUDAIC  STUDIES

Our Judaic program is incorporated into daily activities and includes tefilah and brachot, chumash, language arts, laws and customs, Talmud, Prophets, Jewish History and a thorough understanding of our holidays.  We hold daily minyanim for Shacharit and Mincha.
Our emphasis on Hebrew language develops independence in Torah study, a strong connection to Medinat Israel and the ability to use Hebrew in daily life.
Hillel encourages inquiry and develops strong critical thinking skills in our students.
Hillel reinforces our commitment to the State of Israel and K'lal Yisrael.
A Jewish atmosphere permeates all aspects of our curriculum.
The day is equally divided between Judaic and General Studies.
We emphasize traditional Jewish values.
We provide a specialized Hebrew program for those students who come to our school with little or no Hebrew background.