Kehillah Connection: Am Yisrael SJS & USY 3-13-25

Class Highlights, Photos and Videos

Please click here to access our curricular overview, class highlights, regular schedules & photo/video collection for 2024-2025 (revised March 5, 2025)

Dear Am Yisrael Families,

We invite all families with K-12th grade students at SJS or our local Jewish Day Schools to join us for special Shabbat services on Friday, April 4th. We’ll be honoring families with English readings, and students and madrichim will have opportunities to help lead these family-friendly services. Services begin at 6:00 p.m. and will conclude by 6:50 p.m.

Please click here to RSVP by April 1st.

Please RSVP for Torah Tots Passover Experience here: https://evite.me/zxr9fyHaJu

To RSVP, please visit the JEA’s website.

If you are unable to attend you may donate directly to the JEA or to the SJS fund in honor of the recipients.

Rabbi Newman Kamin’s birthday celebration

Sunday, March 30

Musical Rosh Chodesh service followed by brunch
9:15 a.m.

To RSVP, please visit our website here

Over the course of the SJS school year our students are working on various Mitzvah projects. The projects can be for a B’nai Mitzvah,  a class or chug project. Please click on the link to access Mr. Sherman’s blog to read about current projects.

Experience the Ultimate USY Convention in Chicago!

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend! From April 4-6, USYers from across North America are coming together in the Windy City for an incredible convention filled with friendship, fun, and inspiration.

Here’s what’s in store:

 Engaging programs and leadership workshops

 Meaningful Shabbat services and ruach-filled Havdalah

 Meet new friends and reconnect with old ones

 Delicious meals and memories that will last a lifetime

Whether you’re a seasoned USYer or it’s your first convention, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this amazing weekend!

Space is limited, so sign up now to secure your spot! Click here to register

Tzedakah Donations and Tikkun Olam Opportunities for 5785

Please remember to bring $1 or more for Tzedakah every Sunday morning and every Wednesday afternoon. So far, we’ve collected a total of $1,095.09!

Please click here to order a bracelet to support our Tzedakah initiatives and learn about how we can support Family Promise.

Please click on this link to order a bracelet to support the people of Israel. Thank you to the Gesher Leadership for their continued phenomenal work in supporting our beloved Jewish homeland.

[Link to order bracelet]

Plan Your Most Unforgettable Summer Yet with USY

Winter break may be behind us, but the excitement of planning your summer has just begun! USY Summer Programs offer extraordinary opportunities to explore, connect, and grow with other Jewish teens while experiencing adventure, culture, and service.

Please click here to learn more about USY’s programs and to register for a virtual informational session.

2024-2025 SJS, Families w/Children & USY Calendar (revised 3-6-25): Click here

Please click here to be added to populating Google Calendar.

Purim Carnival: Link

Families with Young Children (0-4): Torah Tots Program: Link

School of Jewish Studies (SJS) Mission Statement, B’Yachad (Havurah) Program and Involvement of Jewish Day School Students: Link

Featured Family & Intergenerational Programs & Services: Link

Family Shabbat Services: Link

Audios/Texts for Chanukah Blessings, Songs & Tefillah Practice: Link

Growing Spotify Playlist of SJS Musical Tefillah: Link

Please click here for information on a program by Cantor Emeritus Simon

Please click here for information on the Chicago Israel Film Festival

Please click here for information on a program featuring Rena Magun

Please click here Your invited – Rabbi Newman Kamin’s 65th Birthday

Please click here for Women’s Network Passover Program

Please click here for information on Women’s Network Shabbat

Please click here for information on No Shame U

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