Exploring the Mezuzah at Jewish Online School: An Interactive Learning Experience
At Jewish Online School, we?re always looking for ways to bring Jewish learning to life through hands-on, meaningful experiences. Recently, the Boys' Day School had a unique opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of the mezuzah by connecting with a?sofer?(scribe)?a highly skilled individual trained in the sacred art of writing holy scrolls. This interactive session gave students an up-close look at the mezuzah scroll, the precise techniques used to create it, and the deep significance it holds in Jewish tradition.
Bringing Halacha to Life: A Hands-On Approach to Teaching Kashrut and Shabbat Cooking
Understanding Jewish law, especially when it comes to detailed topics like the laws of Kashrut (kosher dietary laws) and cooking on Shabbat, can be challenging to picture in a practical setting. Morah Aviana, an 8th-grade teacher in our Jewish online school, takes a unique approach to bridge the gap. To help her students connect with these intricate laws, she virtually brings them into her kitchen and makes each halacha come alive.
Celebrating Sukkot at Jewish Online School: A Multi Curricular Approach to Learning and Connection
The Jewish holiday of Sukkot is a special time for joy, unity, and connection. Families build a sukkah, a...
Your Heart Will Be Warmed By This First Day of School
The first day of school is always filled with excitement, nerves, and so much newness.
JOS Boys Graduation Brings Families Together Across the Country
Mazel Tov to Sholom, Micha, Efraim, Noah, Yaakov, Shmuel, and Elchonon on reaching this significant milestone!
Celebrating the Accomplishments of Our JOS Girls: Graduation Success Across the Globe
Mazel Tov to Adel from California, Shira from Arizona, Freida from New Jersey, Shoshana from Canada, Rivka from New York, Hadassah from Georgia, Adaya from New York, and Rena from Maryland!
A Day of Virtual Joy and Excitement: Chumash Party Celebrations for JOS Level 2 Students .
The Jewish Online School (JOS) recently hosted a trio of exciting virtual Chumash Parties, celebrating the hard work and dedication of its Level 2 students.
Celebrating with Joy: Siddur Party for JOS Level 2 Students
In preparation for the parties, each student received a thoughtfully curated Siddur Party package. This package included a Siddur, a certificate, a festive backdrop, and a crown.
Balancing General Studies with Jewish Education: Our Approach
Online Jewish Education, General Studies Through a Jewish Lens