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Geared for Jewish parents, grandparents, and children of all backgrounds and affiliations,
the program combines music and movement, stories, discussion, and crafts for
children from birth to 4 years of age. Directed by Morah Ziva Rubinstein and Nechama
Farkash, every session provides new and creative lessons for both parent and child.
The values are brought to life by lively, interactive presentations and hands-on crafts.
“Parents are looking to learn and spend time with their young children in a warm
environment,” says Mrs. Farkash, the program’s founder. “This program serves that need,
giving both parent and child the opportunity to discover their heritage in a fun way.”
Contact Chabad of the Central Cascades for the Mommy and Me schedule. Sessions
are free of charge for the Jewish community.
A program of Gani Preschool of the Arts and Chabad of the Central Cascades.
The Stroum Jewish Community Center
Stroum JCC Early Childhood School
Mercer Island campus: 3801 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA 98040
Phone: 206-232-7115 • Fax: 206-232-7119
SarahA@sjcc.org • www.sjcc.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/sjccseattle.ecs
Contact: Sarah Adams, SJCC Early Childhood Education Director – Mercer Island
campus
The SJCC Early Childhood School, both SJCC Mercer Island and Seattle campuses, are
based on the internationally embraced Reggio Emilia philosophy. Children ages 3 months
through kindergarten are encouraged to test their theories of the world so as to develop
a love of learning, a strong sense of self-reliance, and a foundation for critical thinking.
The Early Childhood School’s developmentally appropriate curriculum is a blend of
stimulating play and challenging experiences within a supportive environment where
children feel welcome, comfortable, and nurtured, and where they grow as individuals.
Children enjoy music, art, movement, storytelling, and swimming in the SJCC indoor
pool (for older children at the Mercer Island facility). Shabbat is celebrated every Friday
with song, stories and challah. Enrichment classes are offered in yoga, dance, martial
arts, and sports skills.
The SJCC holds open houses for prospective families in December and January. New
family registration is open each February. Full- and part-time options are available.
Stroum JCC Parenting Center
3801 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA 98040
Phone: 206-232-7115 • DanaW@sjcc.org
Contact: Dana Weiner, SJCC Senior Director of Family Education and Outreach
The SJCC Parenting Center is nationally recognized for family outreach, parent
education and support, and social activities for infants to age 5.
The Parenting Center offers activities for all ages: Infants, toddlers, preschoolers,
parents, and grandparents. Educational classes and lectures, support groups, and baby
playtime bring the Parenting Center alive with activity and learning. Parenting Center
programs include a free weekly Tot Shabbat with live music, Jewish holiday celebrations,
Listening Mothers support groups, and music and movement.
Education
Northwest Jewish Family 2013–2014
Alexander Muss High School in Israel
3801 E Mercer Way, Mercer Island, WA 98040
Phone: 206-829-9853 • jcohen@amhsi.org
www.amhsi.org • Facebook: www.facebook.com/AMHSI
Regional Director of Admissions: Judy Cohen
AMHSI is the premier non-denominational, co-ed English language program for
American high school students in Israel. Founded in 1972, it boasts over 20,000
alumni. AMHSI offers sophomores, juniors, and seniors the opportunity to spend part
of their academic year or summer in Israel. Programs are eight weeks long during the
year and six weeks during the summer. AMHSI now offers an 18-week fall and spring
semester program.
AMHSI is not an ordinary academic or travel program. Its core curriculum comprises
4,000 years of Jewish history, taught in chronological order. Students travel and learn
at the actual historical sites about which they study! Their dynamic core history teachers
make Jewish history relevant, meaningful, and alive. The general studies department
ensures that students complete their regular curriculum in subjects such as math,
science, and foreign language. When they return, AMHSI students re-enter school at
the level commensurate with their classmates. AMHSI is a fully accredited American
high school. Students receive credits and an official transcript. Eligible students can
also receive up to six college credits.
While on AMHSI, students learn about their heritage and about themselves. AMHSI
students enjoy a semi-independent experience in a structured and supportive environment.
AMHSI students are challenged to work hard and strive to do well. Surrounded by
peers from all over the U.S. and abroad, students develop valuable new learning skills
and gain a taste of living on their own, which prepares them for college and beyond.
The friendships and bonds formed on AMHSI last a lifetime.
Please visit their website and contact the director of admissions for more information.
Chabad Hebrew School
1837 156th Ave. NE, Top Floor, Bellevue, WA 98007
Phone: 425-957-7860 • Fax: 425-957-0524
eastsidechabad@gmail.com • www.chabadbellevue.org
Rabbi: Mordechai Farkash
Educational Director: Rochie Farkash
Now in its 17th year of operation. For boys and girls ages 5–14 years old.
Sundays 9:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m.