Zman Kodesh

Each school day, students will experience Zman Kodesh/sacred time. This daily sacred time provides students with opportunities for worship, introspection, reflection and communal gathering. As we face each new day, the liturgy serves as a daily reminder of essential Jewish values such as the importance of study, respect for others, Israel and tikkun olam/repairing the world. As a community school, we have a pluralistic vision for sacred experiences. This philosophy is reflected in our understanding that students come with different personal ideas about prayer and spiritual expression. The school offers several options for Zman Kodesh. Prayer-based Zman Kodesh options involve minyan with traditional, liturgical prayer. Drisha/exploration offerings incorporate experiential activities pertaining to Jewish learning, worship, culture or arts. All Zman Kodesh options provide opportunities for student leadership and community building.