6th-7th Grade Programs
6th-7th Grade Programs
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Schedule
Curriculum
BAJY: Beth Am Junior Youth
Our 6th-7th grade program builds a unified cohort of learners among our pre- and post -B’nei Mitzvah students and provides them with rich opportunities to engage in study with our clergy and educators as they prepare for Jewish adulthood. Students grow socially and emotionally through community building exercises designed to build relationships and personal identity. Students engage in a critical reading of Torah, explore the meanings of prayers, and learn about Modern Jewish History and the Holocaust.
Students build Hebrew reading skills in 6th-7th grade Hebrew or individual tutoring, and those choosing to celebrate B’nei Mitzvah at Beth Am begin our Beit Midrash program seven months prior to B’nei Mitzvah. Students will transition from Hebrew to Beit Midrash based on the timeline of their B'nei Mitzvah. Read more on our Youth Hebrew Learning page.
- 9:00-10:15 AM: Core Class with Rabbis or Educators
- 10:15-11:00 AM: T’filah with Cantor Shpall
- 11:00-11:30 AM: Hafsakah (Community building & Lunch)
- 11:30 AM -12:30 PM: 6th-7th Grade Hebrew* or Beit Midrash (students transition from Hebrew to Beit Midrash 7 months prior to their B'nei Mitzvah date)
*6th-7th Grade Hebrew is also offered as Individual Tutoring
NOTE: 8th graders on the B'nei Mitzvah track should attend Sunday mornings 10:00-12:30 until their B'nei Mitzvah, and also enroll in Wednesday Teen Nights!
Curriculum
Our 6th & 7th Grade Program is foundational to building the 6th and 7th grade cohorts, so the program incorporates a large amount of social-emotional learning as part of each session. Students will check in and get to know one another as they begin to form relationships that will hopefully last throughout their teen years at Beth Am and beyond.
The core class curriculum is designed to help our 6th and 7th grade students become critical thinkers as they engage with big ideas in Jewish education— Torah, Avodah (prayer), and Gemilut Chasadim (acts of lovingkindness):
- 6th Grade Semester 1: Jewish Values in Action
- 6th Grade Semester 2: Part I of A Critical Read of Torah (taught by our rabbis)
- 7th Grade Semester 1: Part II of A Critical Read of Torah (taught by our rabbis)
- 7th Grade Semester 2: Holocaust & Human Behavior (this continues into 8th Grade)
- 6th & 7th Grade Hebrew: Themes of our Prayers
BAJY: Beth Am Junior Youth
Our middle school youth group is a special community space for 6th-8th graders. Events include social, cultural and social action experiences, as well as opportunities for peer leadership. Membership to BAJY is part of your registration for 6th or 7th Grade Programs!
Sat, December 7 2024
6 Kislev 5785
Youth Education Schedule
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Saturday ,
DecDecember 14 , 2024The Hagigah Players Present: "A Hagigah Circus"
Motzei Shabbat, Dec 14th 6:00p to 7:30p
Join us for Hagigah's fall production of the original work "A Hagigah Circus," a mesmerizing spectacle that promises to transport you to a world of wonder! -
Saturday ,
DecDecember 14 , 2024BATY Limos and Latkes
Motzei Shabbat, Dec 14th 6:00p to 10:00p
Join fellow Beth Am teens for a progressive Chanukah dinner! We'll ride in style on a PARTY BUS, stopping at the homes of generous BATY member to enjoy some fried food dinner courses! -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 15 , 2024The Hagigah Players Present: "A Hagigah Circus"
Sunday, Dec 15th 11:30a to 12:30p
Join us for Hagigah's fall production of the original work "A Hagigah Circus," a mesmerizing spectacle that promises to transport you to a world of wonder! -
Sunday ,
DecDecember 15 , 2024Festival of Lights Chanukah Party: Tot Celebration With Jewish Baby Network
Sunday, Dec 15th 3:30p to 5:00p
Join JBN’s Carol Booth at Beth Am for a rocking Chanukah party and family menorah lighting. Enjoy delicious snacks and fun crafts. -
Thursday ,
DecDecember 19 , 2024BAJY Throwback Chanukah Party
Thursday, Dec 19th 6:00p to 8:00p
Calling all 6th-8th Graders! Join your BAJY friends for an awesome throwback Chanukah celebration watching the Rugrats Chanukah special, doing Chanukah-inspired arts and crafts, and competing in a special version of Dreidel. This back-to-basics evening will be an easy-going space with lots of delicious food and friendly competition to relax with friends and prepare for Chanukah. -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 8 , 2025Tu Bishvat Tot Shabbat With Guest Mimi Greisman
Shabbat, Feb 8th 9:30a to 10:30a
Come celebrate Shabbat and Tu Bishvat with other families and tots! At this morning service, we are excited to welcome Mimi Greisman, an engaging, experienced Jewish educator, to celebrate Shabbat with us! -
Friday ,
FebFebruary 28 , 2025Family Camp @ URJ Camp Newman
Friday, Feb 28th (All day)
Spend a magical Shabbat with your Beth Am friends at URJ Camp Newman including Friday night Shabbat song session and Israeli dancing, adult program options (childcare included!), Jewish family programming, and all your favorite camp activities! -
Sunday ,
MarMarch 23 , 2025Madrichim Training
Sunday, Mar 23rd 11:45a to 1:30p
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Sunday ,
MayMay 4 , 2025Madrichim Training
Sunday, May 4th 11:45a to 1:30p
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