7th & 8th Grade
Bina (wisdom) encompasses the continuation of our teens’ Jewish learning after Noar Sunday. To further strengthen the continued formation of their Jewish identities, Bina provides our 7th and 8th graders an opportunity to deeply engage with contemporary issues relevant to Jewish teen life, including modern culture, antisemitism, Jewish identity and more. Rooted in the Jewish values of shleimut (individual wellbeing), chesed (loving kindness), and tzedek (just action), Bina helps our middle school students grow into their best Jewish selves as they build
community and learn together.
9th Grade Confirmation
This year-long course delves deeply into core Jewish values relevant to the exploration of our historical roots and current ethical dilemmas. Each session will focus on one key value, such as
chesed (kindness), tzedek (justice), emet (truth) and others, tracing how these principles have evolved over time and how they challenge and inspire us today. Through interactive discussions, texts, and real-world applications, our 9th graders will develop a richer understanding of Jewish ethics as well as practical tools to live out their values in meaningful ways.
10th Grade Confirmation
The 10th Grade Confirmation Class provides an ideal setting for our sophomores to explore their Judaism and learn about the relevance and importance of enduring topics related to Jewish identity. Taught by Rabbi Brad Levenberg and our incredible Confirmation faculty, the program includes an opening retreat in Atlanta, the highly anticipated class trip to New York, and a
meaningful Confirmation service in the spring.
11th & 12th Grade Know Before You Go
Know Before You Go consists of sessions throughout the year that focus on
timely questions relevant to the lives of high school juniors and seniors, such
as: “What questions should I ask about Jewish life on campus?” and “Is a gap
year right for me?” The sessions help students prepare for aspects of Jewish
life post high school.
11th & 12th Grade AJU Israel Course
In conjunction with American Jewish University (AJU), Rabbi Ron Segal will once again teach this year-long course, which upon successful completion, awards students 3 hours of college credit. The rich curriculum enables students to engage thoughtfully and deeply with a wide range of topics concerning Israel’s past and present: history, Zionism, politics, the lived
experiences of Israelis and Palestinians, and more. Course participants will gain a far more informed, nuanced, and mature understanding of Israel.
