Torah portion, children bake a rainbow cake and learn the Hebrew names of colors. Hebrew language study begins with the alef bet and continues with lessons tailored to students developing abilities. The Hebrew calendar is highlighted through the year with Shabbat and holiday celebrations. Math and science lessons apply concepts to the world children see around them. Art, singing, cooking, and creative movement help young children express themselves in guided activities.
Teachers are flexible as they respond to their students developing concerns and interests.
At the end of this productive year, children make the transition to first grade with excitement, proud of their growing skills and eager to join friends in the next step. Come to Maimonides Elementary School and listen. You might hear third graders learning Rashi, or first graders saying prayers, or students of all grades celebrating Rosh Chodesh. You might hear students talking about Boston history, preparing for an astronomy field trip, or practicing lines for a skit in Hebrew. A Maimonides education is designed to nurture and stimulate the many facets of a child s wellbeing.