PACT (Parent and Child Together) Family Education

Parents who engage in Jewish learning are the very best role model for their child, who learn from parents’ actions and emulate them.

As our children grow and learn, so do we.  SWFS encourages parents to act as Jewish role models for their children and continue their own learning by participating in adult education course offerings provided by the synagogue.  Formal and informal courses on a variety of subjects will be offered throughout the year.   Please see the SWFS Center for Community Learning program guide for more information.  

 Our families are a vital part of the learning process.  We recognize that the best learning takes place in a comfortable, familiar environment in which we can construct our own meaning and knowledge, and hope that our families will share celebration and learning not only with our congregational family but in the home as well. We place an emphasis on family learning, and hope that parents will feel comfortable learning alongside their children and sharing Jewish experiences with them. 

We strive to open doors of opportunity and personal growth to all, regardless of age or previous knowledge.

 By Grade Level: Family education is a top priority for SWFS!  We provide a rich educational environment that allows parents and children to learn and experiment together.  Parents and Children Together (PACT) Programs are intertwined into the Religious School calendar taking place on Shabbat mornings and during the Religious School day. We invite parents and siblings to participate in this Jewish learning experience two times throughout the school year.  Please note that these are a part of our Religious School curriculum and that your family’s presence is greatly encouraged. We look forward to sharing these marvelous learning opportunities with you.

 Synagogue Programming: In addition to our grade level programming, we also provide families with other opportunities to participate in extracurricular education, synagogue events and communal acts of chesed (loving-kindness).  These programs range from holiday celebrations, art workshops, and Shabbat meals to visits to local Jewish museums and sites of Jewish interest.  We encourage you to join us for as many events as possible, and to engage with us in the pursuit of Jewish learning and living on all levels.

 *If you are interested in learning something specific that is not represented in our program offerings, we welcome your suggestions and will happily work with you to put together a personalized program of study for you. Please contact our Religious School Director of Education for more information.