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SUMMARY:No Beit Sefer\, Spring break!
DESCRIPTION:Beit Sefer: Premier Jewish Religious School for Children \nAt Beit Sefer\, we provide an enriching Jewish education for children of all ages. Our religious school offers a dynamic curriculum that combines traditional Jewish teachings with modern educational practices. From Hebrew language skills to understanding Jewish history\, holidays\, and values\, our experienced educators are dedicated to nurturing your child’s spiritual and intellectual growth. \nJoin Beit Sefer for an engaging and supportive community where students build lifelong friendships\, explore their Jewish identity\, and develop a deep connection to their heritage. Whether you’re seeking a vibrant learning environment for your student or a comprehensive religious education for older children (Gesher)\, Beit Sefer is the perfect place to start. \nContact the office for questions.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/beit-sefer-36-3/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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SUMMARY:No Shiur B'internet for Spring break
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual Beit Sefer class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in Shiur b’Internet on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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SUMMARY:Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-3-2/2025-03-24/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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SUMMARY:No Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-3-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T161500
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SUMMARY:No Beit Sefer Spring break
DESCRIPTION:Judaic studies and prayer-based Hebrew instruction are taught for one hour each on Thursdays and Sundays. We use the Reform Movement’s Chai curriculum which is based on the fundamental pillars of Judaism: Torah (text)\, Avodah (worship)\, and Gemilut Chasadim (acts of loving-kindness). \nTogether with our Cantor and teachers\, students focus on specific aspects of the prayer service and engage in Gemilut Chasadim and Mitzvot that improve our world. Each grade level also focuses on age-appropriate aspects of the Jewish holidays as well as the people and land of Israel. Special events and programs for parents/caregivers with students are included throughout the school year.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/beit-sefer-thursdays-2/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T093000
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DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
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SUMMARY:Beit Sefer
DESCRIPTION:Beit Sefer: Premier Jewish Religious School for Children \nAt Beit Sefer\, we provide an enriching Jewish education for children of all ages. Our religious school offers a dynamic curriculum that combines traditional Jewish teachings with modern educational practices. From Hebrew language skills to understanding Jewish history\, holidays\, and values\, our experienced educators are dedicated to nurturing your child’s spiritual and intellectual growth. \nJoin Beit Sefer for an engaging and supportive community where students build lifelong friendships\, explore their Jewish identity\, and develop a deep connection to their heritage. Whether you’re seeking a vibrant learning environment for your student or a comprehensive religious education for older children (Gesher)\, Beit Sefer is the perfect place to start. \nContact the office for questions.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/beit-sefer-36/2025-03-30/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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CREATED:20250123T215030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T164851Z
UID:10020032-1743336000-1743342300@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:BE NOAR
DESCRIPTION:Not enrolled but interested in joining? Contact Marci Dickman \n  \nAfter a year of research and planning\, we are excited to launch a new program for students in grades 8-11. This program\, which we are calling BE NOAR (Beth Emet Youth)\, responds to the needs and desires of our community and reflects what we have learned to be best current practices in education for teens. Our program is learner-centered\, relevant to teens and designed to spark curiosity\, content-rich\, and inclusive of students with diverse backgrounds and learning styles. We are enthusiastic about this program and are excited for teens in grades 8-11 to participate. Key features of BE NOAR: 1. Courses will be organized into modules or Core Sessions of six sessions in length. Sample module topics are listed at the end of this handbook. Some students may want to commit to only one season of modules due to other activities and commitments. The program will meet on Sunday afternoon\, twice per month\, from 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm\, beginning with lunch. 2. Students will have a part in developing the list of Core Sessions from which they may choose. 3. In addition to the modules\, students will be able to pick an elective that will meet two or three times on a weekday evening. Again\, a sample list will be found at the end of this handbook. See the list of classes below that will meet in September and October. 4. We will consolidate grade levels for some of the Core Sessions and electives\, while preserving separate grade levels for others. 5. For this transition year\, the registration and fees remain by grade level in our registration system. As with all Beth Emet programs\, no one will be excluded from BE NOAR because of inability to pay.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/chavayah-13-2-2/2025-03-30/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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UID:10020461-1743444000-1743446700@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual Beit Sefer class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in Shiur b’Internet on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-2-2/2025-03-31/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250331T194500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20250224T155155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T165239Z
UID:10016347-1743447600-1743450300@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-3-2/2025-03-31/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T181500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T152241Z
UID:10016010-1743696900-1743704100@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Gesher (Thursdays)
DESCRIPTION:Gesher (the Hebrew word for bridge) is designed to bridge the growth of our 7th grade students from children in the Jewish community to being adults. \nOur students spend this year advancing their understanding of Judaism as a religion\, community\, and culture as they begin the next stage of their Jewish identities. \nGesher’s goal is to help students identify their values and ways to live accordingly — an important skill at an age full of change. The Gesher curriculum explores the themes of peoplehood\, identity\, sexuality and relationships\, leadership\, spirituality\, and religious pluralism through a Jewish lens. Gesher is an environment that nurtures conversation. That’s why we spend this time exploring social issues including religious pluralism\, mental health\, technology safety\, and healthy friendships. \nA significant portion of the year is dedicated to learning and discussing issues relating to relationships\, their bodies\, and sex and sexuality in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Trained educators help facilitate age-appropriate learning and growth that goes beyond what is included in a public school’s education to more fully explore the spiritual and emotional elements involved in these issues. Utilizing lessons from the Our Whole Lives curriculum together with original content developed by Beth Emet educators\, students are prepared to make thoughtful and informed choices as young Jews. \nWe believe that seventh grade is a critical year in the development of identity both Jewish and otherwise. The Gesher program helps students and parents navigate what can be a challenging experience in a way that promotes the love of Judaism\, a sense of community\, and healthy relationships. \n*To accommodate for the time 7th graders spend studying for their Kabbalat Mitzvah outside of class\, Gesher meets slightly less often than Beit Sefer. \nEach of our teen classes encourage students to explore Judaism\, while thinking critically about their own roles and responsibilities in the world.\nWe approach social justice as an important lifelong mitzvah and aim to build skills to make a difference in the world.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/gesher-thursdays/2025-04-03/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T181500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T185651Z
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SUMMARY:Beit Sefer (Thursdays)
DESCRIPTION:Judaic studies and prayer-based Hebrew instruction are taught for one hour each on Thursdays and Sundays. We use the Reform Movement’s Chai curriculum which is based on the fundamental pillars of Judaism: Torah (text)\, Avodah (worship)\, and Gemilut Chasadim (acts of loving-kindness). \nTogether with our Cantor and teachers\, students focus on specific aspects of the prayer service and engage in Gemilut Chasadim and Mitzvot that improve our world. Each grade level also focuses on age-appropriate aspects of the Jewish holidays as well as the people and land of Israel. Special events and programs for parents/caregivers with students are included throughout the school year.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/beit-sefer-thursdays/2025-04-03/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20240822T213714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T213714Z
UID:10015899-1743931800-1743940800@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Beit Sefer
DESCRIPTION:Beit Sefer: Premier Jewish Religious School for Children \nAt Beit Sefer\, we provide an enriching Jewish education for children of all ages. Our religious school offers a dynamic curriculum that combines traditional Jewish teachings with modern educational practices. From Hebrew language skills to understanding Jewish history\, holidays\, and values\, our experienced educators are dedicated to nurturing your child’s spiritual and intellectual growth. \nJoin Beit Sefer for an engaging and supportive community where students build lifelong friendships\, explore their Jewish identity\, and develop a deep connection to their heritage. Whether you’re seeking a vibrant learning environment for your student or a comprehensive religious education for older children (Gesher)\, Beit Sefer is the perfect place to start. \nContact the office for questions.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/beit-sefer-36/2025-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bethemet.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/learn-resized.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20240825T151602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T151602Z
UID:10015958-1743935400-1743940800@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Gesher
DESCRIPTION:Gesher (the Hebrew word for bridge) is designed to bridge the growth of our 7th grade students from children in the Jewish community to being adults. \nOur students spend this year advancing their understanding of Judaism as a religion\, community\, and culture as they begin the next stage of their Jewish identities. \nGesher’s goal is to help students identify their values and ways to live accordingly — an important skill at an age full of change. The Gesher curriculum explores the themes of peoplehood\, identity\, sexuality and relationships\, leadership\, spirituality\, and religious pluralism through a Jewish lens. Gesher is an environment that nurtures conversation. That’s why we spend this time exploring social issues including religious pluralism\, mental health\, technology safety\, and healthy friendships. \nA significant portion of the year is dedicated to learning and discussing issues relating to relationships\, their bodies\, and sex and sexuality in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Trained educators help facilitate age-appropriate learning and growth that goes beyond what is included in a public school’s education to more fully explore the spiritual and emotional elements involved in these issues. Utilizing lessons from the Our Whole Lives curriculum together with original content developed by Beth Emet educators\, students are prepared to make thoughtful and informed choices as young Jews. \nWe believe that seventh grade is a critical year in the development of identity both Jewish and otherwise. The Gesher program helps students and parents navigate what can be a challenging experience in a way that promotes the love of Judaism\, a sense of community\, and healthy relationships. \n*To accommodate for the time 7th graders spend studying for their Kabbalat Mitzvah outside of class\, Gesher meets slightly less often than Beit Sefer. \nEach of our teen classes encourage students to explore Judaism\, while thinking critically about their own roles and responsibilities in the world.\nWe approach social justice as an important lifelong mitzvah and aim to build skills to make a difference in the world.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/gesher-17/2025-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T134500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20250123T215030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T164851Z
UID:10019530-1743940800-1743947100@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:BE NOAR
DESCRIPTION:Not enrolled but interested in joining? Contact Marci Dickman \n  \nAfter a year of research and planning\, we are excited to launch a new program for students in grades 8-11. This program\, which we are calling BE NOAR (Beth Emet Youth)\, responds to the needs and desires of our community and reflects what we have learned to be best current practices in education for teens. Our program is learner-centered\, relevant to teens and designed to spark curiosity\, content-rich\, and inclusive of students with diverse backgrounds and learning styles. We are enthusiastic about this program and are excited for teens in grades 8-11 to participate. Key features of BE NOAR: 1. Courses will be organized into modules or Core Sessions of six sessions in length. Sample module topics are listed at the end of this handbook. Some students may want to commit to only one season of modules due to other activities and commitments. The program will meet on Sunday afternoon\, twice per month\, from 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm\, beginning with lunch. 2. Students will have a part in developing the list of Core Sessions from which they may choose. 3. In addition to the modules\, students will be able to pick an elective that will meet two or three times on a weekday evening. Again\, a sample list will be found at the end of this handbook. See the list of classes below that will meet in September and October. 4. We will consolidate grade levels for some of the Core Sessions and electives\, while preserving separate grade levels for others. 5. For this transition year\, the registration and fees remain by grade level in our registration system. As with all Beth Emet programs\, no one will be excluded from BE NOAR because of inability to pay.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/chavayah-13-2-2/2025-04-06/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T184500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20250313T202511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T202512Z
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SUMMARY:Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual Beit Sefer class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in Shiur b’Internet on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-2-2/2025-04-07/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20250224T155155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T165239Z
UID:10020166-1744048800-1744052400@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-3-2/2025-04-07/1/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T194500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20250224T155155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T165239Z
UID:10016348-1744052400-1744055100@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-3-2/2025-04-07/2/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T181500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20240825T152241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T152241Z
UID:10016011-1744301700-1744308900@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Gesher (Thursdays)
DESCRIPTION:Gesher (the Hebrew word for bridge) is designed to bridge the growth of our 7th grade students from children in the Jewish community to being adults. \nOur students spend this year advancing their understanding of Judaism as a religion\, community\, and culture as they begin the next stage of their Jewish identities. \nGesher’s goal is to help students identify their values and ways to live accordingly — an important skill at an age full of change. The Gesher curriculum explores the themes of peoplehood\, identity\, sexuality and relationships\, leadership\, spirituality\, and religious pluralism through a Jewish lens. Gesher is an environment that nurtures conversation. That’s why we spend this time exploring social issues including religious pluralism\, mental health\, technology safety\, and healthy friendships. \nA significant portion of the year is dedicated to learning and discussing issues relating to relationships\, their bodies\, and sex and sexuality in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Trained educators help facilitate age-appropriate learning and growth that goes beyond what is included in a public school’s education to more fully explore the spiritual and emotional elements involved in these issues. Utilizing lessons from the Our Whole Lives curriculum together with original content developed by Beth Emet educators\, students are prepared to make thoughtful and informed choices as young Jews. \nWe believe that seventh grade is a critical year in the development of identity both Jewish and otherwise. The Gesher program helps students and parents navigate what can be a challenging experience in a way that promotes the love of Judaism\, a sense of community\, and healthy relationships. \n*To accommodate for the time 7th graders spend studying for their Kabbalat Mitzvah outside of class\, Gesher meets slightly less often than Beit Sefer. \nEach of our teen classes encourage students to explore Judaism\, while thinking critically about their own roles and responsibilities in the world.\nWe approach social justice as an important lifelong mitzvah and aim to build skills to make a difference in the world.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/gesher-thursdays/2025-04-10/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T181500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20240902T205522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T185651Z
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SUMMARY:Beit Sefer (Thursdays)
DESCRIPTION:Judaic studies and prayer-based Hebrew instruction are taught for one hour each on Thursdays and Sundays. We use the Reform Movement’s Chai curriculum which is based on the fundamental pillars of Judaism: Torah (text)\, Avodah (worship)\, and Gemilut Chasadim (acts of loving-kindness). \nTogether with our Cantor and teachers\, students focus on specific aspects of the prayer service and engage in Gemilut Chasadim and Mitzvot that improve our world. Each grade level also focuses on age-appropriate aspects of the Jewish holidays as well as the people and land of Israel. Special events and programs for parents/caregivers with students are included throughout the school year.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/beit-sefer-thursdays/2025-04-10/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T184500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20250313T202511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T202512Z
UID:10020446-1744653600-1744656300@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual Beit Sefer class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in Shiur b’Internet on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-2-2/2025-04-14/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20250224T155155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T165239Z
UID:10020167-1744653600-1744657200@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-3-2/2025-04-14/1/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T194500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
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UID:10016349-1744657200-1744659900@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-3-2/2025-04-14/2/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T184500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
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SUMMARY:Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual Beit Sefer class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in Shiur b’Internet on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-2-2/2025-04-21/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20250224T155155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T165239Z
UID:10020168-1745258400-1745262000@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-3-2/2025-04-21/1/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T194500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20250224T155155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T165239Z
UID:10016350-1745262000-1745264700@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-3-2/2025-04-21/2/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T181500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20240825T152241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T152241Z
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SUMMARY:Gesher (Thursdays)
DESCRIPTION:Gesher (the Hebrew word for bridge) is designed to bridge the growth of our 7th grade students from children in the Jewish community to being adults. \nOur students spend this year advancing their understanding of Judaism as a religion\, community\, and culture as they begin the next stage of their Jewish identities. \nGesher’s goal is to help students identify their values and ways to live accordingly — an important skill at an age full of change. The Gesher curriculum explores the themes of peoplehood\, identity\, sexuality and relationships\, leadership\, spirituality\, and religious pluralism through a Jewish lens. Gesher is an environment that nurtures conversation. That’s why we spend this time exploring social issues including religious pluralism\, mental health\, technology safety\, and healthy friendships. \nA significant portion of the year is dedicated to learning and discussing issues relating to relationships\, their bodies\, and sex and sexuality in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Trained educators help facilitate age-appropriate learning and growth that goes beyond what is included in a public school’s education to more fully explore the spiritual and emotional elements involved in these issues. Utilizing lessons from the Our Whole Lives curriculum together with original content developed by Beth Emet educators\, students are prepared to make thoughtful and informed choices as young Jews. \nWe believe that seventh grade is a critical year in the development of identity both Jewish and otherwise. The Gesher program helps students and parents navigate what can be a challenging experience in a way that promotes the love of Judaism\, a sense of community\, and healthy relationships. \n*To accommodate for the time 7th graders spend studying for their Kabbalat Mitzvah outside of class\, Gesher meets slightly less often than Beit Sefer. \nEach of our teen classes encourage students to explore Judaism\, while thinking critically about their own roles and responsibilities in the world.\nWe approach social justice as an important lifelong mitzvah and aim to build skills to make a difference in the world.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/gesher-thursdays/2025-04-24/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T181500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20240902T205522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T185651Z
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SUMMARY:Beit Sefer (Thursdays)
DESCRIPTION:Judaic studies and prayer-based Hebrew instruction are taught for one hour each on Thursdays and Sundays. We use the Reform Movement’s Chai curriculum which is based on the fundamental pillars of Judaism: Torah (text)\, Avodah (worship)\, and Gemilut Chasadim (acts of loving-kindness). \nTogether with our Cantor and teachers\, students focus on specific aspects of the prayer service and engage in Gemilut Chasadim and Mitzvot that improve our world. Each grade level also focuses on age-appropriate aspects of the Jewish holidays as well as the people and land of Israel. Special events and programs for parents/caregivers with students are included throughout the school year.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/beit-sefer-thursdays/2025-04-24/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20240822T213714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T213714Z
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SUMMARY:Beit Sefer
DESCRIPTION:Beit Sefer: Premier Jewish Religious School for Children \nAt Beit Sefer\, we provide an enriching Jewish education for children of all ages. Our religious school offers a dynamic curriculum that combines traditional Jewish teachings with modern educational practices. From Hebrew language skills to understanding Jewish history\, holidays\, and values\, our experienced educators are dedicated to nurturing your child’s spiritual and intellectual growth. \nJoin Beit Sefer for an engaging and supportive community where students build lifelong friendships\, explore their Jewish identity\, and develop a deep connection to their heritage. Whether you’re seeking a vibrant learning environment for your student or a comprehensive religious education for older children (Gesher)\, Beit Sefer is the perfect place to start. \nContact the office for questions.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/beit-sefer-36/2025-04-27/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T134500
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20250123T215030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T164851Z
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SUMMARY:BE NOAR
DESCRIPTION:Not enrolled but interested in joining? Contact Marci Dickman \n  \nAfter a year of research and planning\, we are excited to launch a new program for students in grades 8-11. This program\, which we are calling BE NOAR (Beth Emet Youth)\, responds to the needs and desires of our community and reflects what we have learned to be best current practices in education for teens. Our program is learner-centered\, relevant to teens and designed to spark curiosity\, content-rich\, and inclusive of students with diverse backgrounds and learning styles. We are enthusiastic about this program and are excited for teens in grades 8-11 to participate. Key features of BE NOAR: 1. Courses will be organized into modules or Core Sessions of six sessions in length. Sample module topics are listed at the end of this handbook. Some students may want to commit to only one season of modules due to other activities and commitments. The program will meet on Sunday afternoon\, twice per month\, from 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm\, beginning with lunch. 2. Students will have a part in developing the list of Core Sessions from which they may choose. 3. In addition to the modules\, students will be able to pick an elective that will meet two or three times on a weekday evening. Again\, a sample list will be found at the end of this handbook. See the list of classes below that will meet in September and October. 4. We will consolidate grade levels for some of the Core Sessions and electives\, while preserving separate grade levels for others. 5. For this transition year\, the registration and fees remain by grade level in our registration system. As with all Beth Emet programs\, no one will be excluded from BE NOAR because of inability to pay.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/chavayah-13-2-2/2025-04-27/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T045036
CREATED:20250224T155155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T165239Z
UID:10020620-1745863200-1745866800@bethemet.org
SUMMARY:Shiur B'internet
DESCRIPTION:We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays\, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays\, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. \nRegistration is limited and permission from the Director of Lifelong Learning is required prior to registration. Shiur B’internet ensures that all Beth Emet Beit Sefer students engage in Hebrew learning twice a week.
URL:https://bethemet.org/event/shiur-binternet-3-2/2025-04-28/
CATEGORIES:Beit Sefer
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