Welcome to Am Kolel's Country Cheder- the New alternative Jewish Sunday school.
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SHALOM!
Am Kolel, Greater Washingtons' Jewish Renewal Resource welcomes you to Country Cheder (pronounce Hay-der). A new Jewish Sunday school catering to Jewish families in upper Montgomery County.
Cheder, which refers to a Jewish classroom, will focus on the fundamental lessons of Jewish life by exploring rituals, holidays, and the Hebrew language in a meaningful, hands-on way.
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Through the weekly lessons, your family will gain an appreciation for the rich heritage that Judaism has to offer through the use of stories, art projects, and nature crafts, as well as gaining new rituals to explore as a family. Imagine creating a hand made Kiddish cup, or gaining a deeper understanding of Moses job as a goat herder by going to visit a local Shepard. Or having new Hebrew songs to sing as a family.
Our program is sponsored by Am Kolel and is located at Am Kolel’s Sanctuary Renewal and Retreat center. We are located on the beautiful grounds of Sanctuary on Darnestown Road in Beallsville, MD. This land is home to a lush garden, beautiful woods, a labyrinth, lots of fun nooks and crannies, and an amazing place to watch the sunset.
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OUR MISSION
Country Cheder seeks to provide a foundation for which the whole family can deepen their roots into the rich tradition that Judaism has to offer with the use of Art, Music, Drama, Nature, and Storytelling.
We are open to Intermarried families, Single parents, and families whose children have special needs.
We seek to create an open and welcoming community that celebrates together, as well as shapes the development of the school.
We seek to provide opportunities for Jewish families in the Upper Montgomery county to find a community home.
OUR SCHOOL
We meet on Sundays from 3-5:30 pm . Click here for Directions
We will provide guidance for Bar or Bat Mitzvah starting at age 11.
We provide education for children age 6-11. Parents are included in the lesson.
For more information please call Mat Tonti at 240.994.8646
