Who We Are

At the Center for Jewish Learning (CJL), we want our learners to grow into adults who remain connected to the Jewish community because of – not in spite of – their Jewish education. For that reason, we are in the business of creating powerful, positive Jewish memories. 

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Our priorities are:

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• Creating joyous Jewish learning experiences;

• Building relationships and community;

• Providing children a Jewish “tool box,” the skills and knowledge that will enable them to participate in Jewish life;

• Instilling within each child the understanding that being kind is an essential part of being Jewish.

At the CJL, creating an inclusive and welcoming environment is a priority. We value kindness, friendship, and community, and are committed to the Jewish teaching that each person is created b’tzelem Elohim – in the image of God.  Our families come with different backgrounds and experiences with Judaism, and we echo CSR’s commitment to welcoming Jewish and intermarried families.

Our approach to Jewish learning is non-traditional. We are a Center for Jewish Learning, not a school, and everything about our program reflects that. Our warm and responsive educators meet children where they are and inspire in them a love of being Jewish, creating classes filled with active and hands-on learning experiences.  Our learning spaces don’t look like classrooms; they are comfortable and flexible, designed to encourage creativity and collaboration.