As kindergarten
registration approaches, it is time for you to consider the
options of a public school education versus Ohev Shalom’s
programming.
Ohev Shalom offers a
well-regarded, full-day kindergarten class as an alternative
to the local public schools. Our state-certified program
promotes individualization, academic excellence,
socialization opportunities and a strong Jewish identity.
Curriculum includes language arts (including phonics, whole
language and literacy activities,) math, science, social
studies and an introduction to the Hebrew language. A
variety of approaches are utilized, from hands-on activities
to textbook worksheets.
The kindergarten units
integrate secular with Jewish studies. Instruction may
include journal and story writing, games, experience charts,
graphs, learning centers, arts and crafts and musical
activities. The kindergarten classroom also has computers
for the children’s use. Your local school district should
provide transportation to and from Ohev Shalom for our
regular school hours. (9:15a.m. arrival to 3:15p.m
dismissal.)
The Kindergarten Enrichment
program here at Ohev Shalom is open to children who attend
public kindergarten in the mornings. The KE curriculum
supplements the secular morning experience with programming
in Jewish holidays, bible stories, cooking, art, music and
social studies. A three or five-day option can be selected.
Naturally, the five-day program will provide a more diverse
experience than the three-day program. Transportation from
the home school to Ohev Shalom is offered ONLY from Richboro
Elementary School. Parents must arrange for all other
arrival and dismissal transportation. (12:00 noon arrival;
3:15p.m. dismissal)
All Kindergarten and
Kindergarten Enrichment students experience our Friday
afternoon Shabbat program. Specialists in Creative Movement,
Music and Hebrew are also part of all students’ weekly
afternoon schedule. The teachers plan a variety of
developmentally appropriate activities to be exciting and
enjoyable. We are proud of our kindergarten programs and
know that whichever option you decide upon will prove to be
valuable educationally, socially and Judaically. Your child
will develop and maintain friendships, connect with his
traditions and expand his school experience.
Should you have any
questions about Kindergarten or Kindergarten Enrichment, be
sure to contact me. You are invited to tour our school and
observe the kindergarten class.
