About the Religious School
The Ethel Honigman Religious School provides Religious Education for Congregation Beth Shalom’s youth in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade.
The Religious School is dedicated to providing its students with a comprehensive Jewish education, instilling an appreciation for and celebration of Jewish identity, and inspiring a commitment to ongoing Jewish living and learning.
The Ethel Honigman Religious School emphasizes Jewish practice, ethics and values, the study of Torah and sacred texts, Hebrew language, prayer, history, holidays, and Jewish culture.
We strive to create an environment of Ahavat Yisrael and Klal Yisrael – a caring and active involvement in the synagogue, local Jewish community, Israel, and the world-wide Jewish community.
The dedicated teaching staff of the Religious School bring to the classrooms expertise in and passion for Judaism and Jewish values, as well as deep regard for the individual worth of each student, recognizing the varied learning styles and abilities of individuals.
The CBS Rabbis, David Weizman and Danielle Upbin, are an integral part of the school. They are the vision, voice and guidance of who we are and how we teach.
The school depends on parents to be active partners in their children’s Jewish education by participating in classroom activities, and school tefillah, Shabbat B’Yachad, home rituals, and ensuring regular attendance. At school-wide programs, family learning events and children’s Shabbat & holiday services, CBS parents and children have the opportunity to encounter Judaism in creative, fun, educational, and often surprising ways.