Kehillah High
8th Grade
Wednesday evenings:
7:00 - 7:25 p.m. Dinner
7:25 - 8:10 p.m. Session A
8:10 - 8:15 p.m. Break
8:15 - 9:00 p.m. Session B
7:25 - 8:10 p.m. Session A
8:10 - 8:15 p.m. Break
8:15 - 9:00 p.m. Session B
Session A: 7:25 - 8:15 p.m.
8th graders will take all three classes by the end of the year.
OPTION 1:
So You Want To Be A Mensch - Katelyn Bleiweiss
What is a mensch? How are our decisions and actions in daily life rooted in Jewish values? We’ll answer these questions as we use Jewish ethics and culture to explore traits of a mensch. Join us to create your own personal mensch code where you define the Jewish values that are meaningful and important to you.
OPTION 2:
The Big 10: An Adventure in Core Jewish Values – Daniel Smith
Who knows 10? We all know 10! They are the The Ten Commandments, of course! The super important 10 that were listed on the tablets and given to us at Sinai. But what makes these 10 so special? In The BIG 10, we will find that if we do just a little bit of digging beneath the surface, we can find important lessons to live by. Discover the Jewish values hidden in each of the commandments and explore how we can each use these values to guide our everyday behaviors, priorities, and decisions.
OPTION3:
Words to Action: Empowering You to Address Anti-Semitism – Lisa Stone, Goldensohn Fellow at ADL
Would you know what to do if:
· You found swastikas on a door of your school?
· Someone gave you a “Heil Hitler” salute?
· Someone accused you of killing Jesus?
We're Jews because of all the good we experience as Jews. But we also have to deal with prejudice and hate directed at us as Jews. ADL's (the Anti-Defamation League's) Words to Action is an interactive workshop that empowers you with practical, safe responses to antisemitism and all forms of hate. Words to Action gives greater awareness of antisemitism and anti-Zionism while motivating you to respond with effective skills and strategies. We'll look at students’ experiences with antisemitism, stereotyping and prejudice in schools and in the rest of their lives.
So You Want To Be A Mensch - Katelyn Bleiweiss
What is a mensch? How are our decisions and actions in daily life rooted in Jewish values? We’ll answer these questions as we use Jewish ethics and culture to explore traits of a mensch. Join us to create your own personal mensch code where you define the Jewish values that are meaningful and important to you.
OPTION 2:
The Big 10: An Adventure in Core Jewish Values – Daniel Smith
Who knows 10? We all know 10! They are the The Ten Commandments, of course! The super important 10 that were listed on the tablets and given to us at Sinai. But what makes these 10 so special? In The BIG 10, we will find that if we do just a little bit of digging beneath the surface, we can find important lessons to live by. Discover the Jewish values hidden in each of the commandments and explore how we can each use these values to guide our everyday behaviors, priorities, and decisions.
OPTION3:
Words to Action: Empowering You to Address Anti-Semitism – Lisa Stone, Goldensohn Fellow at ADL
Would you know what to do if:
· You found swastikas on a door of your school?
· Someone gave you a “Heil Hitler” salute?
· Someone accused you of killing Jesus?
We're Jews because of all the good we experience as Jews. But we also have to deal with prejudice and hate directed at us as Jews. ADL's (the Anti-Defamation League's) Words to Action is an interactive workshop that empowers you with practical, safe responses to antisemitism and all forms of hate. Words to Action gives greater awareness of antisemitism and anti-Zionism while motivating you to respond with effective skills and strategies. We'll look at students’ experiences with antisemitism, stereotyping and prejudice in schools and in the rest of their lives.
Session B: 8:15-9:00 p.m.
Below are the 8th & 9th grade elective options.
What's Your Perspective? Kulam Means Everyone! – Katelyn Bleiweiss
A collaboration between Moving Traditions and Alexander JFS’s Katelyn Bleiweiss, this class will help you engage in authentic conversations around where, why, and how you belong. We will be exploring issues of identity, equity, and justice where you share your perspective and have healthy debate with your peers.
Sabor! Geshmak! Flavor! Latin American Jewish Heritage: Exploring a Rich Tapestry of Culture and History – Andrew Burnett and Adrian Heid
Step into the vibrant world of Jewish heritage in Latin America. In this class, we will explore the origins of communities, unique impacts of inspiring individuals, and the current realities that make up the beautiful tapestry of the Jewish people in Latin America. Whether you're curious about your own heritage, the serendipity and beauty of the diaspora, or simply interested in exploring the fascinating history of Jewish communities different from your own, this class is a journey you won't want to miss. Join us as we unlock the stories that have shaped Latin American Jewish identity and how it directly relates to our own lives!
Who Would You Risk Your Life For? – Sheryl Eskowitz
How can a story about kindness and bravery from 80 years ago still be relevant today? We’ll read the graphic novel White Bird, which is being made into a movie, and discuss the many things we can learn from it. If you sign up for this class, you will receive a copy of the book! Some light reading at home each week will be needed to participate in the class discussions.
Music: Where It Takes You – Mike Mason
Jewish music has the power to bring people together in a way that is very hard to match. We’ll talk about our favorite Jewish music from camp and synagogue and we’ll explore what it means, why it’s meaningful to us, and how we can share it. Bring your instruments and be ready to play! No songleading experience necessary!
From Cowboys (& Girls) to Kosher: Jewish Adventures in Texas History – Lisa Stone
Imagine a Jewish pirate. Seems unreal, but it's part of Texas Jewish history. And there's a lot more Jewish in Texas history than most people can imagine. Plenty of mystery and heroism, along with the usual will to survive and thrive in a new place. This elective will challenge your sense of ancestry and history, add to your sense of belonging to Texas and give you clues about your Southern Jewish experience trip!
A collaboration between Moving Traditions and Alexander JFS’s Katelyn Bleiweiss, this class will help you engage in authentic conversations around where, why, and how you belong. We will be exploring issues of identity, equity, and justice where you share your perspective and have healthy debate with your peers.
Sabor! Geshmak! Flavor! Latin American Jewish Heritage: Exploring a Rich Tapestry of Culture and History – Andrew Burnett and Adrian Heid
Step into the vibrant world of Jewish heritage in Latin America. In this class, we will explore the origins of communities, unique impacts of inspiring individuals, and the current realities that make up the beautiful tapestry of the Jewish people in Latin America. Whether you're curious about your own heritage, the serendipity and beauty of the diaspora, or simply interested in exploring the fascinating history of Jewish communities different from your own, this class is a journey you won't want to miss. Join us as we unlock the stories that have shaped Latin American Jewish identity and how it directly relates to our own lives!
Who Would You Risk Your Life For? – Sheryl Eskowitz
How can a story about kindness and bravery from 80 years ago still be relevant today? We’ll read the graphic novel White Bird, which is being made into a movie, and discuss the many things we can learn from it. If you sign up for this class, you will receive a copy of the book! Some light reading at home each week will be needed to participate in the class discussions.
Music: Where It Takes You – Mike Mason
Jewish music has the power to bring people together in a way that is very hard to match. We’ll talk about our favorite Jewish music from camp and synagogue and we’ll explore what it means, why it’s meaningful to us, and how we can share it. Bring your instruments and be ready to play! No songleading experience necessary!
From Cowboys (& Girls) to Kosher: Jewish Adventures in Texas History – Lisa Stone
Imagine a Jewish pirate. Seems unreal, but it's part of Texas Jewish history. And there's a lot more Jewish in Texas history than most people can imagine. Plenty of mystery and heroism, along with the usual will to survive and thrive in a new place. This elective will challenge your sense of ancestry and history, add to your sense of belonging to Texas and give you clues about your Southern Jewish experience trip!