Friday, August 22: Friday Night Family Shabbat Dinner and Services

Thursday, August 28: Ravinia Picnic and Concert: The Sound of Music Singalong

Sunday, September 7: Save the Date: Magic Kickoff Fest

For the past two years, Am Yisrael has been the proud recipient of the Better Together Grant. We believe our vibrant community and the rich experiences we offer shouldn’t be a secret on the North Shore of Chicago! This incredible intergenerational grant provides a perfect opportunity for us to share our story by interviewing members spanning the generations about their highlight experiences.

Got 16 seconds? Discover how a cherished member of our Am Yisrael congregational family was surrounded by “mensches” (good people) while growing up. Watch the teaser here: https://youtu.be/bIp11PN9Ri4

Have 10 minutes? We hope you’ll watch our full video, expertly produced by Robert Neustadt Productions Inc. All of the teens interviewed are valued members of our Madrichim Team, working with our Tots through B’nai Mitzvah students and continuing their own Lifelong Jewish Learning.  Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/lEbIx7PcKHU

For more information, please connect with Mr. Charlie Sherman at csherman@amyisrael.orgor 847-708-1805.

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Photos and Videos:

Please click here to access photos and videos related to classes, the SJS Community Gatherings, the Purim Megillah Reading & Carnival, the JEA Event and so much more (uploads revised August 7, 2025).  

Class Highlights:

Please click here to access class highlights from this past school year 2024-2025 (revised May 21, 2025).  

PLEASE CLICK ON THIS LINK to RSVP for CHUSY’ WELCOME BACK ICE CREAM SOCIAL

SJS, Families w/Children & USY Programming Calendar through May 30, 2026 (revised 8-8-25): Click here

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Curricular Overview, Student & Madrichim Learning Highlights & Regular Schedules 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

Photo and Video Highlights 2024-2025: Link

Featured Family & Intergenerational Programs & Services: Link

Family Shabbat Services: Link

Audios/Texts for Tefillah Practice & Standing with Israel: Link

Spotify Playlist of SJS Musical Tefillah: Link

Please click here for information on celebrating Cantor Rosenblatt and Jen Jennings

Please click here for information on Selichot Services

Please click here for information on No Shame U