KEHILLAH HIGH
GRADE 10
2020-21
Wednesday evenings:
7:00 - 7:45 p.m. Session A
7:45 - 8:00 p.m. Break
8:00 - 8:45 p.m. Session B
7:45 - 8:00 p.m. Break
8:00 - 8:45 p.m. Session B
Session A: 7:00-7:45 p.m.
Reform TrackModern Jewish Thought
10th Grade Rabbi David Lyon Your confirmation year begins by exploring modern Jewish thinkers and their thoughts about God. We will spend time over the next six weeks discussing what it means to confirm your Jewish beliefs, and how the theologies of Martin Buber, Eugene Borowitz, and Milton Steinberg can enhance your own Jewish understanding. Our central text will be my book, God of Me: Imagining God throughout Your Lifetime (Jewish Lights Publishing, 2011). Rabbi Lyon looks forward to welcoming you to your Confirmation year! What Does it Mean To Be A Reform Jew?
10th Grade Rabbi Adrienne Scott As you continue your Confirmation year, the question of what you are confirming will be present throughout our sessions together. What does it mean to confirm something? By exploring the goals of the Reform Movement when it was founded nearly two hundred years ago, we will come to discover much about contemporary Reform Judaism today. We will explore both where it was and where it is headed. Rabbi Scott looks forward to helping you answer the question – what does it mean for you to be a Reform Jew? Creating Your Own Confirmation Experience
10th Grade Cantor Star Trompeter As your Confirmation year comes to a close, we will turn our thoughts toward the Confirmation ceremony itself. Each of you will contribute your talents, personalities, and creativity toward creating your own Confirmation experience. Cantor Trompeter will serve as your guide as you explore what you are confirming and how you can demonstrate this at Congregation Beth Israel. |
Conservative TrackInside Conservative Judaism
10th Grade Cantor Mark Levine Students will explore the history, theology and practicality of living as a Conservative Jew. They will be challenged to consider integrating new information and new lenses into their religious views and to create belief statements which reflect their Jewish understandings at this life stage. Jewish Stories and Foundational Mythology
10th Grade Rabbi Ranon Teller Students will explore powerful narratives from the bible to the sages through the Hasidic masters. They will be challenged to apply the values and wisdom of our tradition to the issues we face in the present. Social Issues through a Conservative Jewish Lens
10th Grade Rabbi Sarah Fort Rabbi Brian Strauss What does Conservative Judaism have to say about issues that you will confront as a young adult? Do we have something unique to say? You will be surprised by just how relevant our ancient texts can be in our postmodern world. |
Session B: 8:00-8:45 p.m.
Torah Yoga: Judaism on One Foot – Jennifer Quick
Stretch your body and mind through the study of Torah and the practice of yoga. Gain new insights into Jewish wisdom, traditions and teachings, and learn the ancient practice of yoga. Wear comfy clothes that you can move in.
Stretch your body and mind through the study of Torah and the practice of yoga. Gain new insights into Jewish wisdom, traditions and teachings, and learn the ancient practice of yoga. Wear comfy clothes that you can move in.
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Taste of Israel – Rotem Cohen, Community Shlicha
Israeli cuisine exemplifies the true melting pot that is Israel. Israelis have created and continue to enjoy delicious cuisine rooted in the uniqueness of Israeli society. These traditions have commingled with other Jewish recipes, Jewish dietary laws, and the native ingredients of the Land of Israel to create a dynamic cuisine. Increasingly trendy worldwide, Israeli food mixes the flavors of the Middle East and the Jewish Diaspora. In this class Rotem will teach you about the ingredients, flavors, and cooking techniques that make these dishes taste the way they're supposed to while you learn about the history of Israel. |
An Exploration of Jewish Gangsters – Rabbi Gideon Estes
Learn about Jews who were involved with the American underworld of organized crime and how Jews are sometimes examples of choices we shouldn't make. Learn about the Jewish history of Murder Inc., the modern day development of Casino Gambling, and Infamous Jews such as Meyer Lansky, Benjamin "Bugsy" Segal, Dutch Schultz and others. |
Women in the Bible – Olga Lara
The Wise and Warrior Women in the Bible: who were the women who provided leadership and wise counsel to the Jewish people? These women were judges and warriors, sisters, daughters, and mothers, leaders and prophets. Learn about these women's unique roles in biblical literature: Devorah, Jael, Esther, Vashti, Hannah, Rachel and Leah, the Daughters of Zelophehad, Ruth and Naomi. |
Contemporary Israeli Musicians through the Eurovision Song Contest – Brenda Namer
We'll take a look and listen to the Israeli artists of the infamous Eurovision Song Contest. The artists and their songs that propelled them to stardom or just didn't quite make the cut. Some highlighted artists may include: Sarit Hadad, Shlomo Artzi, Kaveret, Dana International, of course 2018 winner Neta Barzilai and more. Join us as we explore their artistic musical journey to Eurovision and beyond. |
Torah Yoga: Judaism on One Foot – Jennifer Quick
Stretch your body and mind through the study of Torah and the practice of yoga. Gain new insights into Jewish wisdom, traditions and teachings, and learn the ancient practice of yoga. Wear comfy clothes that you can move in. |
Becoming an Ally Against Racism – Lisa Stone
Throughout our nation’s history, Blacks and Jews have worked, marched, bled, and even died together to expand civil rights and advance fundamental freedoms for all Americans. What is the state of this historic partnership and what are its prospects for the future? Join us for a class that will engage you in a wide-ranging discussion that will provide unique insights on racial injustice in the U.S., the fight against antisemitism and all forms of hate, and today’s need for a strong Black-Jewish relationship. Be ready to examine your own opinions and experiences! |
Jews and Hollywood - Dr. Stephan Wexler
Carl Laemmle (Universal Pictures), Adolph Zukor (Paramount Pictures), William Fox (Fox), Louis B. Mayer (MGM), Warner Brothers. How did a group of Immigrant Jews create the Hollywood system at the beginning of the 20th Century? We will explore the lives of the original great Jewish filmmakers, studio heads and theatre owners. We will also look at the Hollywood Blacklist of the 50s and its effect on Jews working in Hollywood. Dr. Wexler is a film aficionado and will inspire you with his stories about the early Hollywood era. |
