חֲנֹ֣ךְ לַ֭נַּעַר עַל־פִּ֣י דַרְכּ֑וֹ גַּ֥ם כִּי־יַ֝זְקִ֗ין לֹֽא־יָס֥וּר מִמֶּֽנָּה׃
"Train a child in the way s/he ought to go; S/He will not swerve from it even in old age."
- Proverbs 22:6
The Ruth and Lewis Davis Religious School provides a unique Jewish educational experience in a professional, caring, fun, and community-focused atmosphere. Our small learning environment enables us to offer differentiated instruction and the flexibility to meet your children where they are in their Jewish journey.
Our goal is to prepare our students to lead Jewish lives as mensches.
Sundays | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Special Shabbat School sessions are held five times a year in place of Sunday classes.
Our K–2 Judaic program offers a dynamic and engaging foundation in Jewish learning. Through hands-on activities and interactive experiences, students explore:
Each session is designed to spark curiosity and build a joyful connection to Jewish identity, community, and practice.
Fee: $568 Tuition + $80 Safety & Security Annual Fee
Sundays | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuesdays | 5:00 – 6:30 PM
Special Shabbat School sessions are held five times a year in place of Sunday classes.
Our Grades 3–7 Judaic program offers an immersive, hands-on curriculum rooted in experiential and project-based learning. Students deepen their understanding of Judaism while building community and having fun.
Curriculum Highlights:
Hebrew & T’fila (Prayer) Focus:
Beginning in 3rd grade, students learn the Alef-Bet and basic reading skills. As they progress, they work at their own pace to master key prayers and deepen their understanding of Hebrew. Each year builds on the last, helping prepare students to confidently lead Shabbat services and participate in Jewish communal life.
Cost: $1,236 Tuition + $160 Safety & Security Annual Fee
Monthly | Alternating Sunday afternoons and following Shabbat Services | Lunch & Learn – Led by Alex Kassander and Rabbi Baum
Kulam (Hebrew for “Everyone”) is a nationally recognized teen curriculum developed by Moving Traditions that fosters:
Through engaging discussions, games, Jewish texts, and experiential activities, teens explore social-emotional topics that matter most to them. Kulam helps participants build stronger communication skills, think reflectively, act with courage, and create inclusive and caring communities.
Earn Community Service Hours
Teens in Grades 8–12 are invited to serve as Madrikhim (Teaching Assistants) in our K–7 Religious School classes. This leadership opportunity allows students to mentor younger learners, gain valuable experience, and earn one community service hour for each hour served.
Cost: $360 Tuition
‘Morah Marla’ (Lindenbaum) was raised in Western Massachusetts and graduated from the University of Miami (Go Canes!) with a degree in Music Therapy. She has been involved in Jewish Education ‘forever’ and has taught Judaica/Preschool music in Broward County. She has taught all grades in Religious School as well as Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation in a Special Needs program for the South Broward area synagogues. She has been teaching at Congregation Shaarei Kodesh for 5 years, sharing her love of children, music, and Judaism.
Shalom! Robin Koota is delighted to be part of the wonderful teaching staff at Congregation Shaarei Kodesh. Robin previously worked in Jewish Education with Kim Beame, Executive Director/Religious School Director, Kim Beame, and is delighted to be reunited. Robin is a proponent of using hands-on materials and allowing students to take a more active approach to their learning. By day, Robin is a public school teacher in West Boca Raton. Robin also tutors students in Hebrew for preparation for B’nai Mitzvah and is passionate about Jewish music. We know that Robin’s experience and passions will bring a meaningful Religious School experience to your child.
Alex Kassander, a Jew-of-all-trades, recently married, newish CSK member, and filled with energy. His extracurricular as a Hebrew and Religious School teacher (grades pre-K -12) has had him teaching at synagogues in St. Louis, Orlando and now at Congregation Shaarei Kodesh. Working at Disney, his path spans leadership, mentoring, restaurant operations, and now, restaurant and retail technology, reflecting his passion for development. Outside of work, family, friends, and community building are his priorities.
Yenth’l Garcia has been a Religious School teacher for 18 years. Yenth’l has a Master of Science in Education from the University of Miami and Bachelor of Science in Music Education from Florida International University. She has taught preschool and elementary school in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties. Yenth’l has a son, Meir, age 9 and daughter, Elka, age 4 who also attend the CSK Religious School. Ms. Kim Beame was Yenth’l’s religious school teacher when she was a child.
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