The new Tefillah quarter starts Monday, January 13. Contact Ms. Alouf if you have any questions!
Chavurah (Mr. Wolkenstein)
Chavurah is a student-centered spiritual experience that combines daily ritual, personal sharing, storytelling and group reflection. Most importantly, it’s about learning to listen to others. If you are someone who enjoys hearing about the personal experiences of others, this is a great place for you.
Creativity & Connection (Ms. Hunt)
Start the day with crafts that connect us to others, including the art of writing with glass pens, fountain pens and quills; wax seal making; paper cutting; rubber stamp embossing; rock painting; drawing; diamond painting; small handcrafts; and more.
Egalitarian Shacharit (Ms. Alouf)
This Tefillah will follow the morning prayer book service. Students of all genders will have equal participation and leadership opportunities. Come learn what it’s like to develop a regular prayer practice. Learn new tunes and be part of a special community! ON FRIDAYS!
Gardening (Dr. Larkin)
Start our day with gardening and nature activities designed to tap into your creativity and get you outside. We will grow our own vegetables, herbs and flowers, create wildlife habitat, help green our school, and connect with our creative sides through nature-based crafts.
Journaling (Dr. Lessy, Dr. Venkat)
Clear your mind every morning through guided journaling! Students will be given prompts and time to share if they choose. Bring a notebook and a pencil!
Morning Walks (Ms. Levinson, Ms. Oehlke)
Join a relaxing walk around the neighborhood, followed by a short stretch before class. If you are looking for morning movement before the school day begins then this would be a great fit!
Reading Time (Ms. Beck, Ms. Siegel)
Start your day with reading! It’s a great way to focus your mind and energy, while also delving into the fantastic world of books. On Fridays, we will bring our favorite beverage and chat about our readings. No homework, no screens, but lots of sweet old books!
Puzzles and Games (Mr. Holper, Mr. Hagen)
What happens when you mix Brain Games, Jigsaw Puzzles, and Crossword tefillah in a bowl?! You get Puzzles and Games tefillah! Join this tefillah to warm up your brain with a variety of puzzles, games, crosswords, sudoku and other kinds of mental aerobics. Get into the daily routine of doing this focused activity, in community!
Shacharit with Mechitza (Rabbi Brick, Ms. Gluck)
This is a participatory prayer group using a traditional Jewish prayer text. Students pray in separate-gendered seating and are led by a Shaliach Tzibur. Students wear Tefillin and read from the Torah on Mondays, Thursdays, and more! Students learn how to navigate the siddur and become acquainted with traditional Jewish rituals surrounding prayer and are also given the opportunity to share their own learning and inspiration with the Minyan. A Women’s Tefillah is offered weekly.
Sisterhood+ (Ms. Alouf, Ms. Castillo)
Sisterhood+ tefillah is a place for women-identifying and genderqueer students to start their days in community. We’ll be connecting and engaging through a variety of casual morning activities with a literary twist, ranging from crafty creations to deep conversations!
Yoga Inspired Stretching (Student-led, Ms. Rubin)
A great way to start your day is with gentle stretching, deep breathing, and invigorating relaxation (an oxymoron? come see how it’s not!) We’ll stretch our muscles, relax, and ease into our school day.
