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Special Programs for Special Needs

Temple Shaaray Tefila's Religious School is dedicated to meeting the needs of each one of our students, including those children with learning challenges. In our tradition, Moses experienced difficulties with speech and language production, Isaac had visual challenges, and Jacob had emotional issues regarding his family. We welcome all students to learn in our religious school and will work to provide a nurturing place for them here at Shaaray Tefila. Parents are urged to work closely with the Special Needs Educator and the school staff to make the learning experience a positive one for all involved.

K'tanim Program – Meets once a week, Thursdays from 4-6 PM

Children in Kindergarten-Grade 3 with identified learning challenges meet once a week. They learn about holidays, history, the Hebrew language, and engage in music, prayer and art projects with a teacher with an expertise in special education. Class time may change based on enrollment.

Yedidim Program – Meets once a week, Mondays from 4-6 PM

Children in grades 3-6 who are enrolled in Special Education programs at their secular schools are invited to apply for admission to this nurturing class meeting once each week. Class time may change based on enrollment.

Chaverim Program – Meets once a week, Wednesdays from 4-6 PM

Children in grades 3-6 who are enrolled in Special Education programs at their secular schools are invited to apply for admission to this nurturing class meeting once each week. Class time may change based on enrollment.

Shorashim Program – Meets once a week, Tuesdays from 4-6 PM

Students preparing for their Bar and Bat Mitzvah ceremonies participate in this specialized program for students with special learning issues.

Amitim Program : Students with learning and developmental special needs who have already celebrated their bar/bat mitzvah are invited to participate in this class engaging many learning modalities. This class meets each week on Tuesdays from 5:30-7. Students enjoy dinner together from 5:30-6 followed by one hour of classroom learning and discussion.