Curriculum - Chabad of La Jolla
Jewish Learning They’ll Love
At Chabad Hebrew School of La Jolla, our curriculum is designed to be hands-on, joyful, and meaningful . We combine timeless Jewish values with creative, age-appropriate lessons that bring Judaism to life — so your child looks forward to coming every week.
We don’t just teach facts — we inspire a lifelong connection to Jewish identity, community, and purpose .
🧒 Grades K–2: Jewish Beginnings
Tuesdays | 3:30–4:30 PM Our youngest students explore Judaism through songs, stories, crafts, and play-based learning. Each lesson is filled with warmth and fun as we introduce:
Jewish holidays and symbols
Basic Hebrew letters and words
Mitzvot like kindness, tzedakah, and respect
Shabbat, Jewish values, and traditions
Hands-on holiday activities (sukkah building, challah baking, etc.)
🧠 Goal: Build Jewish joy, confidence, and a positive foundation.
📖 Grades 3–6: Deepening Roots
Wednesdays Students take a deeper dive into Jewish life, learning in a fun, interactive environment that encourages questions, creativity, and connection.
Hebrew Reading using the Aleph Champ program (personalized learning tracks)
Torah stories and Jewish history
Holiday themes and customs
Israel and Jewish identity
Introduction to prayer and blessings
🎯 Goal: Give students tools to understand and live their Judaism with pride.
🕍 Bar/Bat Mitzvah Experience (Ages 11–13)
Bar Mitzvah: Thursday Evenings Bat Mitzvah Club: Select Sundays
Our Bar & Bat Mitzvah programs goes beyond memorizing prayers. We focus on meaning, connection, and identity as students prepare for this important milestone.
One-on-one Bar Mitzvah prep: Torah reading, tefillin, prayers, and personal growth
Bat Mitzvah Club: Social, inspiring, and empowering — exploring Jewish womanhood, values, and leadership
Understanding the responsibility and beauty of becoming a Jewish adult
🌟 Goal: Help students become confident, proud, and prepared Jewish teens.
🎯 Our Educational Approach
We believe in learning by doing . Our students bake challah, build menorahs, write letters to Israel, give tzedakah, and lead prayers — all while feeling supported, inspired, and proud to be Jewish.
Passionate, caring teachers
Interactive lessons, art, drama, music & games
Inclusive, welcoming environment — no prior knowledge or synagogue membership needed
Ready to Enroll?
👉 Visit our Registration page to sign up today! 📞 Have questions? We’re here to help — (858)455-5433
