HUB Learning

H.U.B. stands for the Hebrew Hadracha U’kehillah v’Bina (Leadership-Community-Wisdom) and serves as our “hub” for teen learning and engagement for grades 7th–12th. Teens in H.U.B. are engaged in this three-pronged approach in continuing their Jewish journey at Temple Sinai.

As they navigate forming their Jewish identity, H.U.B. Learning takes seventh and eighth graders on a journey from darkness to light. 7th graders harness the lessons of anti-Semitism and apply them to make a difference in the world today. 8th graders emerge from their Holocaust learning and learn to stand proudly in their Jewish identity, strengthening their Jewish joy. Adapted to fit teen schedules, these learning opportunities meet one Sunday morning a month.

In this year-long course, meeting twice a month, we will take a deep dive into core Jewish values—exploring their historical roots, ethical dimensions, and relevance in our daily lives. Each session will focus on one key value, from chesed (kindness) to tzedek (justice) to emet (truth) and more, tracing how these principles have evolved over time and how they challenge and inspire us today. Through interactive discussions, texts, and real-world applications, students will develop a richer understanding of Jewish ethics and leave with practical tools to live out their values in meaningful ways.

Tenth Grade Confirmation meets weekly 11:00 am–12:15 pm on Noar Sundays. The H.U.B. Learning Confirmation Class provides an ideal setting for students to explore their Judaism together with Rabbi Brad Levenberg and our incredible Confirmation staff. This experience allows teens to explore the relevance and importance of enduring topics related to Jewish identity. The program includes an opening retreat in Atlanta, the highly anticipated class trip to New York, and the meaningful Confirmation service in the spring

Know Before You Go is a series designed around relevant questions and worries in the lives of high school juniors and seniors. Some topics include: What questions should I ask about Jewish life on campus? Is a gap year right for me? These sessions help students prepare for aspects of Jewish life post high school. All seniors are invited to participate in the Temple Sinai Senior Blessing before graduation.

This course will present historical events and statistics pertaining to Israel and teach students how to critically analyze a wide range of subject matter, perspectives and experiences. Topics range from exploring the founding of the State of Israel to discussing surveyed, lived experiences of Israelis and Palestinians, touching on wars and versions of Zionism as well as language, art, and poetry. In conjunction with American Jewish University (AJU), Temple Sinai offers a year-long, college credit course taught by Rabbi Ron Segal.

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