KEHILLAH HIGH
GRADE 12
2021-2022
Wednesday evenings:
7:00 - 7:25 p.m. Dinner
7:30 - 8:15 p.m. Session A
8:15 - 8:20 p.m. Break
8:20 - 9:00 p.m. Session B
7:30 - 8:15 p.m. Session A
8:15 - 8:20 p.m. Break
8:20 - 9:00 p.m. Session B
Session A: 7:25-8:15 p.m.
Trimester 1:
Jew U - Michael Duke
Students will begin to explore what it means to be Jewish in college and beyond. How might being Jewish on campus affect our social lives, our spiritual lives, and even our courses of study? We will discuss issues including continuing our Jewish education, advocating for Israel on campus, coping with antisemitism, taking on leadership roles, and navigating the many organizations on college campuses devoted to connecting us to our Judaism. In addition, the senior seminar will teach students some essential adulthood skills, such as how to deal with a road emergency, how to cook for oneself, how to use basic household tools, how to be responsible with social media and how to live within one's financial means.
Jew U - Michael Duke
Students will begin to explore what it means to be Jewish in college and beyond. How might being Jewish on campus affect our social lives, our spiritual lives, and even our courses of study? We will discuss issues including continuing our Jewish education, advocating for Israel on campus, coping with antisemitism, taking on leadership roles, and navigating the many organizations on college campuses devoted to connecting us to our Judaism. In addition, the senior seminar will teach students some essential adulthood skills, such as how to deal with a road emergency, how to cook for oneself, how to use basic household tools, how to be responsible with social media and how to live within one's financial means.
Trimester 2:
Preparing for Life on Campus: The Complexities of Jewish Identity and Israel - Michael Duke
There is a concerted effort on college campuses today to delegitimize and demonize Israel. This class will discuss the methods used by those who seek to destroy the Jewish State, and how we can respond to their tactics with facts and logic. We will also discuss the difference between legitimate criticism of Israel and the unacceptable campaign against Israel by those who would deny its right to exist.
Preparing for Life on Campus: The Complexities of Jewish Identity and Israel - Michael Duke
There is a concerted effort on college campuses today to delegitimize and demonize Israel. This class will discuss the methods used by those who seek to destroy the Jewish State, and how we can respond to their tactics with facts and logic. We will also discuss the difference between legitimate criticism of Israel and the unacceptable campaign against Israel by those who would deny its right to exist.
Trimester 3:
Senior Seminar - Rabbi David Lyon, Rabbi Brian Strauss & Rabbi Ranon Teller
College is a place where one’s values and priorities are frequently challenged. Some non-Jews may challenge your Jewishness. Some Jews will challenge the kind of Jew you are. Some students will attack your support of Israel. Some people will question how you can be so liberal or how you can be so conservative. We will look at some of the biggest challenges you’ll hear from other students and talk about when and how to respond. (Sessions A & B)
Senior Seminar - Rabbi David Lyon, Rabbi Brian Strauss & Rabbi Ranon Teller
College is a place where one’s values and priorities are frequently challenged. Some non-Jews may challenge your Jewishness. Some Jews will challenge the kind of Jew you are. Some students will attack your support of Israel. Some people will question how you can be so liberal or how you can be so conservative. We will look at some of the biggest challenges you’ll hear from other students and talk about when and how to respond. (Sessions A & B)
Session B: 8:15-9:00 p.m.
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Let me hear you Challah! (12TH GRADE ONLY) – Hilary Kamin
Together we will explore the history of challah, Shabbat traditions past and present, and of course bake! We will learn how to make challah dough, techniques for braiding and shaping challah in fun ways, and use our creativity to top and stuff challah with all kinds of delicious flavors. |
Monsters, Magic, and Mythical Creatures in Jewish Texts – Olga Lara
Witches, demons, necromancers, and goblins are significant characters in our sacred texts. Creatures from the deep and from our wildest imaginations inhabit Jewish lore. Spend time exploring these fantastic beings and discussing their significance in our tradition. Why do they exist? What is their purpose? Among the characters to be studied are the Witch of Endor, Dybbuk, Golem, and the Prince of Demons. |
Sex and Relationships - Jess Rubinsky
What does Judaism say about sex and relationships? Students will develop a better understanding of healthy relationships, sexual health, boundaries, consent, and communication through a Jewish lens. Jessica (they/them) has been teaching about sexual health and relationships for the last 7 years. And they are super excited to get to work with Kehillah High students for the first time this trimester! |
Midrash (Torah Version) – Rabbi Kenny Weiss
Midrash responds to contemporary problems and crafts new stories, making connections between our lives and the unchanging biblical text. Fall down the rabbit hole with us as we learn stories straight from the vault. It's more than a rabbinic interpretation of the Bible. It's reading between the lines to draw connections, understand the laws, and make sense of the Rabbis' world. You will learn all too well what Rabbis had to say about the stories in the Torah. Dropping exclusively at Kehillah High, starting Wednesday, January 5. |
Jews in Comedy - Dr. Stephan Wexler
The Marx Brothers, Woody Allen, Jerry Seinfeld, Larry David, Judd Apatow… The list of famous, funny Jews goes on and on. But why are so many Jews so funny? Is it a coping mechanism for the depressing lives left in Europe, or a survival tactic? Today, the story of Jewish humor is the story of American humor. But “Jewish” humor started thousands of years ago. We will discuss Jewish humor in authors, screenwriters, stand-up and television. |
#FreeBritney and Beyond: The Jewish Response to Disability – Sarah Yonas
Disability is part of being human. Almost everyone will experience disability at some point in their lifetimes. Judaism offers a lot of guidance on how to deal with disability, including changing attitudes, inaccessible transportation, and buildings, and increasing social support. Learn what is currently happening in the Jewish, disabled world and how we can become not only allies but accomplices. |
