KEHILLAH HIGH
GRADE 9
2017-18
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
Each student may choose one class in Session A. They will take all three classes by the end of the year.
7:25 - 8:10 p.m. Session A
8:10 - 8:15 p.m. Break
8:15 - 9:00 p.m. Session B
Each student may choose one class in Session A. They will take all three classes by the end of the year.
Session A: 7:25-8:10 p.m.
The Torah Says What?
9th Grade
Nancy Pryzant Picus
As you get older, does Judaism have something to say to you? How can our tradition help you maneuver through life’s greatest challenges? Come find out in this class as we explore the great wisdom of our heritage in text form.
9th Grade
Nancy Pryzant Picus
As you get older, does Judaism have something to say to you? How can our tradition help you maneuver through life’s greatest challenges? Come find out in this class as we explore the great wisdom of our heritage in text form.
Hearing Voices: How and Why Did God Speak to the Prophets
9th Grade
Olga Lara
Were the prophets crazy or courageous when they told people they heard the voice of God? Sometimes the prophets heard a voice, saw a vision, had a dream or were possessed by spirits. This class will explore the roles women and men play as messengers of God in Torah. We will also discuss whether there are modern day “prophets”.
9th Grade
Olga Lara
Were the prophets crazy or courageous when they told people they heard the voice of God? Sometimes the prophets heard a voice, saw a vision, had a dream or were possessed by spirits. This class will explore the roles women and men play as messengers of God in Torah. We will also discuss whether there are modern day “prophets”.
I Love You! I Hate You! I Don't Fit In!
9th Grade
Samara Schwartz
Examine the books in the third section of Tanach, which examines the stories and writings of people who were trying to relate to God as best as they could through often trying circumstances. Learn the answers to mysterious questions – Who invented conversion to Judaism? Who is this Satan character and what does he do? What does ‘Selah’ even mean? Can Tanach be funny?
9th Grade
Samara Schwartz
Examine the books in the third section of Tanach, which examines the stories and writings of people who were trying to relate to God as best as they could through often trying circumstances. Learn the answers to mysterious questions – Who invented conversion to Judaism? Who is this Satan character and what does he do? What does ‘Selah’ even mean? Can Tanach be funny?
Session B: 8:15-9:00 p.m.
Students will have the opportunity to rank the classes of their choosing.
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Torah Yoga
Grades 8 & 9 Anna Blum Stretch your body and mind! This class combines the practice of classic yoga with Jewish learning. Learn classic Jewish texts and gain new insights into Jewish wisdom, traditions and teachings, and learn the practice of Yoga. Please wear comfy clothes that you can move in. |
Extraordinary Jews: Staging Their Lives
Grades 8 & 9; Kesher Samara Schwartz Each week act out the story of a different Jewish individual who has defied expectations, challenged society’s beliefs, and struggled with his/her own ambitions. Learn about modern Jewish people – each of whom embody the idea of Tikkun Olam. Each of whom has a unique history, special talent, and has made difficult decisions. |
Let's Play Jewish Geography
Grades 8 & 9 David Scott Torah, Talmud, Tanach – I can’t keep it all straight! Growing up hearing different stories, we often wonder where they came from. Together we will play Jewish Geography and learn the origins of the greatest Jewish teachings. You will arm yourself with knowledge about our history and learn the difference between Mishnah and Maimonides. |
Texas Jewish History
Grades 8 & 9 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, and add to your sense of belonging to Texas. |
Pirkei Avot for Generation Z
Grades 8 & 9; Kesher Sarah Yonas Before Top Ten lists, even before Buzzfeed, there was a fabulous How-To book made out of advice on how to live your best life. This collection of writings is called the “Pirkei Avot” or “Wisdom of our Ancestors” and it is just as relevant today as it was two thousand years ago. In this class, we will learn a different ethical principle each week (Be humble, Show kindness, etc.) and discover together a treasured Jewish book. We will finish the class by creating our own version with important “truths” to share to your peers. |