Cohen Hebrew School

Our School

The Cohen Hebrew School is a place where the joys, values, and traditions of Judaism are brought vividly to life. We feel it is essential that this experience represent a positive, cheerful, and enjoyable chapter of the child’s maturing process. The primary goal of our school is for the children to be left with deeply-rooted feelings of pride and affection for their heritage and for the land of Israel. We believe that this can best be accomplished in and atmosphere of joy and warmth.

The Approach

Our methodology is to stress the positive aspects of Judaism and its Mitzvot (precepts). Many children are out of touch with an identity that has persevered for thousands of years an identity of beauty and deep significance and one which is inherently their own. At our Sunday Hebrew School an area of particular emphasis is in the inculcation of Jewish values and ethics. Mutual tolerance and respect for fellow human beings are taught as basic principles of the Jewish faith.

Philosophy

The school is a traditional learning center that successfully caters to Jewish families from all walks of life. Indeed, everyone can feel comfortable with the style and approach . Chabad welcomes every Jew, regardless of religious background or level of observance. It is for this reason that our school does not require any membership or prior affiliation as a condition for enrolment.

The Atmosphere

The underlying strength of our school is in its general spirit and atmosphere spirit of pride in the Jewish identity, an atmosphere of joy and liveliness. Games, songs, parties, contests, awards, arts & crafts, and audio-visual presentations are blended with the curriculum to deep the children motivated and enthusiastic. Educations outing also add and exiting dimension to the program.

Curriculum

Our program is designed to provide a broad understanding and appreciation of Judaic traditions and scholarship/ areas of academic emphasis include: Hebrew reading, writing and vocabulary; Jewish history, holidays, traditions, culture, prayer and current events. With progress, students also develop the ability to study the Bible in its original Hebrew form. Classes are divided on the basis of age and level.

Monday & Wednesday Program Curriculum:

This twice a week program offers an advanced Hebrew language and Jewish studies curriculum. Children learn to read and write Hebrew, Bible, Land of Israel,  and  the why’s and how’s, of contemporary Jewish life. Bar and Bat Mitzvah preparation provided for 12-13 year olds.

Sunday Program Curriculum:

This Sunday Hebrew School will offer a once a week Jewish Studies and Hebrew Language curriculum. By exposure to the aleph-bet, Torah tales, prayer through song and holiday studies, a child gains a sense of pride and love of Judaism. 

Bar/Bat-Mitzvah

As a boy or girl near the age of Bar/Bat-Mitzvah, preparations for the big day begin. The training for the event is accomplished with the student receiving home-study material coordinated with private consultations the Rabbi. This training is provided at absolutely no additional cost to the regular tuitions fees, unless additional tutoring is needed. The ceremony will take place in our synagogue. The format for Bar or Bat Mitzvahs are not identical. You have the option of selecting a location of your own choosing for the celebration.

Fees & Details

Ages:

Our Program is for boys and girls:
Monday/Wednesday program: ages 5 (KGN) - 13 (7th Gr.)

Sunday program: ages 5 (KGN) - 12 (6th Gr.) 

Dates:    

The Hebrew School is September through June

Hours:

Every Monday & Wednesday from 4:15pm to 6:15 pm

or

Every Sunday 10:00 am - 12:30 pm 

Location:

Our school is located at Silverstein Hebrew Academy:
117 Cutter Mill Rd. Great Neck, NY

Tuition:

Monday/Wednesday Program: Tuition is $1,100.00 per child per school year. 

or

Sunday Only Program: Tuition is $750.00 per child per school year. 

A limited number of scholarships are available on request. No child will be turned away for lack of funds.

For more info or to set up an appointment to visit the school,
please call: (516) 487-4554

Inspiring Jewish Pride and Identity in

Jewish Children; the Future of Judaism