Sunday Schools

Learning, community & giving back

Keshet’s Sunday morning programs provide social interaction, hands-on activities, and a Jewish connection. We offer a variety of options for kids, teens, and adults to meet participant’s needs from different communities.

Keshet’s Sunday Schools take place Sep. 18, 2022 – May 21, 2023.

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Sundays are special with art, music, friends and tradition

Raising good people

A Keshet parent once shared, “My son goes to school all week to learn academics. On Sundays, he goes to Keshet to learn to be a good person.” Keshet Sunday School explores topics like kindness, respect, teamwork and community.

Multisensory curriculum

Lessons are designed by special education teachers to use visual supports and differentiated instruction. As part of a multisensory experience, each Sunday closes with all students coming together for joyful singing led by fantastic musicians.

Jewish for all

Students come from many religious backgrounds and all Jewish denominations. Small classes and a variety of program options allow us to tailor lessons specifically to students’ interests and families’ religious observance.

Options for all families

Keshet Sunday School

  • 1st Grade-Adult
  • 10am-12pm
  • Ida Crown Jewish Academy, Skokie
  • $1925 | $3725

Keshet Yeshivas Yom Rishon

  • K-8th Grade
  • 10am-12pm
  • Ida Crown Jewish Academy, Skokie
  • $1925 | $3725
    Minimum of 5 students needed for program.

SOAR

Social Opportunities & Adult Recreation
A combination of community service and recreation for teens and adults looking for social interaction and community activities.

  • 8th Grade-Adult
  • 9:30am-12:30pm
  • Keshet Business Office, Northbrook
  • $2100 | $3900 (1:1)
    Transportation available from Ida Crown Jewish Academy with a minimum of 3 participants.

Spirit Room at Temple Beth-El

The Spirit Room is a unique Jewish education opportunity for students with ADHD or ASD. This is a great option for kids who will thrive in small groups with interactive lessons led by an occupational therapist and rabbi.

  • K-7th Grade
  • Meets twice/month at 3-3:45pm
  • Temple Beth-El, Northbrook
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Sunday School at Temple Beth-El

Keshet staff provide additional and individualized support for inclusion as much as possible. Families do not need to be members to attend Sunday School.

  • K-7th Grade
  • Temple Beth-El, Northbrook
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Sunday School at Anshe Emet

Keshet partners with Anshe Emet to ensure that their faculty and curriculum support diverse learners. Anshe Emet is committed to serving all families regardless of financial circumstances.

  • PK-8th Grade
  • Anshe Emet Synagogue, Chicago
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Want to know more?

With so many great options for Keshet programs and inclusive, community-based Sunday School, it can be hard to choose. Contact Polly Cheeseman, Recreation Program Manager, at pcheeseman@keshet.org or 630.566.9391.

For more information about SOAR, please reach out to Drew McNamara, Recreation Program Manager, at dmcnamara@keshet.org or 630.566.9859.

For more information about Sunday FUNday, please reach out to Polly Cheeseman, Recreation Program Manager, at pcheeseman@keshet.org or 630.566.9391.

Volunteers needed

Volunteers play important roles at Keshet Sunday School and SOAR by participating in activities alongside students and assisting teachers. Volunteers must be at least 13 years-old and available every Sunday.

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Group of students with teachers and volunteers.

Fee assistance

Need-based fee assistance is available for Keshet Sunday School and SOAR. Families will indicate their interest in receiving assistance when they register online. Our team will then be in touch with you about next steps. Contact Anca at 847.205.1234 for more information.

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