Learning with others has a long tradition in Judaism and is embodied in the practice of chevrutah, or partner study.  Through a process of talking, listening, questioning and mutual support, students learn the content of their classes, and more importantly, how to become independent learners. While not all JCHS classes use the traditional chevrutah method, this spirit of collaborative and student-centered learning is at the heart of our program.

In our Arts, Humanities, Jewish Studies, Math, Science, and World Language classes, students engage in a broad-based curriculum of required classes and have the opportunity to explore interests more deeply through diverse elective offerings. Many classes are designed with opportunities for students to integrate their knowledge across disciplines in ways that deepen students’ understanding of course content and of themselves.