Congregation Netivot Shalom

Congregation Netivot Shalom is an egalitarian, participatory Sacred Community that encourages and engages in Tefilah (Prayer), Torah (Learning), Tzedeka (Social Justice), and Kehillah (Community) within our congregation and the broader community.

Our mission is to inspire Jewish practices among individuals and families who are considering Judaism, are intermarried, or Jewish. We share a commitment to Conservative Judaism and furthering individual and communal spiritual growth, while recognizing a range of personal philosophies, practices and needs. 

Yamin Noraim/ High Holy Days - 

The following table summarizes the holidays.  For full details, see Yamim Noraim 5771 Schedule.

For full details, see Yamim Noraim 5771 Schedule

Fall, 2010 - Edah & Shorashim Religious and Hebrew School Registration

BRUCHIM HABAIM!

Welcome to a Great Year of Learning at Netivot Shalom!

Hello!  It is with tremendous excitement that we prepare for a new year of learning and building community.  In addition to welcoming new teaching staff and new students, we are looking forward to making use of our new and improved Kid’s Library at Netivot Shalom and offering Edah, an innovative after-school program for Kindergarten students which will offer enrichment opportunities four days a week and include our Thursday Kindergarten class within the new program. We are also very pleased with our newly enhanced Amitim Program for Bat-Bar Mitzvah students in 6^th grade and 7^th grade and the Pre-Amitim prep class for the Fall Semester of 6^th grade.  Other improvements for the year include monthly parent newsletters, family gatherings for Shabbat and Holidays, and an increased focus on Midot (Jewish Values). We’ll continue our new Beit Midrash program which brings together 1^st through 5^th graders each week to explore a “Torah Mystery”. We will also continue to incorporate Hebrew and Jewish music into our program in addition to more hands-on learning through games and activities!

As we continue to grow and add to the wealth of programs at Netivot Shalom, please familiarize yourself with the various ways you and your children can choose to be involved in lifelong learning. For Parents, we encourage you to find educational endeavors that challenge and inspire you. There is no better way to show your children the importance of continued learning. There are many adult education classes offered so you can learn while your children learn.

We are always open and eager to hear your concerns and suggestions.  It is only with parent and student feedback that we can improve our program. Work with us to dream big about the future we are building for our children and families at Netivot Shalom. Our offices are always open to you. The Netivot Shalom staff is devoted to working collaboratively with you to ensure that this is an environment where your child is cared for, supported, and challenged at his or her level. We hope that your family feels like Netivot Shalom is home. Here you will find thoughtful teachers and students engaging together in an inclusive and inviting atmosphere.

IMPORTANT DATES

Friday, July 16^th, 2010: Deadline for “early bird” discount for Hebrew School Registration

Friday, August 27, 2010: Deadline for Hebrew School Registration (late fees of  $40 apply after this date)

Wednesday, September 1, 2010: First Day of Edah (tentative “Day Out” sessions on Monday and Tuesday, August 30 & 31)

Thursday, September 2 , 2010: Back to School Night 7:00 – 9:00 pm

Tuesday, September 14, 2010: First Day of Hebrew School (1^st – 6^th grade, Amitim)

Thursday, September 16, 2010: First Day of Hebrew School (Kindergarten)

Thursday, May 5, 2011: Last day of Kindergarten classes 

Tuesday, May 10, 2011: Last day for all other classes

Friday, June 17, 2011:  Last day of Edah

If you have any questions about registration, the contract or programs, please contact Rabbi Shalom Bochner at education@netivotshalom.org or 510-549-9447, ext. 104. For questions or to learn more about Edah and youth or teen programming, please contact Shalom Rosenberg at youth@netivotshalom.org or 510-549-9447, ext. 106.

Kol Tuv,

Rabbi Shalom Bochner, Director of Lifelong Learning

Shalom Rosenberg, Edah and Youth Director

The registration form is available here: http://tiny.cc/cnsreg5771