THE HIGH SCHOOL OF
TEMPLE B'NAI ABRAHAM
The TBA High School continues the Jewish
education of our young people beyond Bar and Bat Mitzvah. In a less
structured, more informal setting, we address the needs of our youth
and discuss current and contemporary topics that affect and relate
to teenagers. We offer a program that encourages students to explore
traditional Jewish subjects and their intersection with present-day
issues, as well as to participate in creative and innovative social
service projects.
CONFIRMATION PROGRAM
The
weekly sessions for the Confirmation Program are held Wednesday
nights for 8th and 9th graders. Eighth graders meet from 6:30
PM-8:00 PM and 9th graders meet from 8:00 PM-9:30 PM. Tenth
graders meet on Thursday nights 7:30-9:00 PM.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS 2008-2009
8th Grade Class
Eternal sunshine
of a teenage mind. How does Judaism fit into my life? What
does Judaism have to offer? Using a multi-media
approach, this course focuses upon issues of great
importance to teens, examining key moral and ethical
decisions we make every day in areas such as family
relationships, alcohol and drugs, cheating, dating, the
internet and much more.
9th Grade Class
Real issue for
Real Teens. The world around us is often a complex and
strange place. The class examines key topics such as
poverty, violence, abortion and sexuality through the lens
of Jewish tradition and Jewish texts.
10th Grade Class
On the Road &
Into the Community. The 10th graders participate in
field trips approximately once a month that tie together
their classroom learning with real world experience.
The Confirmation ceremony will take place on Shavuot
morning, May 29, 2009.
GRADUATION PROGRAM 2008-2009
Sessions for the Graduation Program is held every other Thursday
night for 11th and 12th graders from 7:00
PM-9:00 PM. Dinner is provided for the students from 7:00
PM-7:30 PM.
11th & 12th Grade Graduation Program
Dinner and Discussion. Students who
complete the Confirmation Program continue onto Temple B’nai
Abraham’s High School Graduation Program. Students have the
opportunity to meet together every other week to discuss
transitions from high school to college, controversial
issues occurring on college campuses, and current events
over dinner. Students also participate in the Panim el
Panim trip in Washington DC where high school students
from around the country come together and explore public
policy and social activism through a Jewish lens.
FACULTY: The High School Program is organized
and taught by Temple B’nai Abraham’s High School Director Claudia
Minde, along with Nancy Lichtenberg & Shari Kalter. Rabbi Kulwin and guest
speakers will be invited to work with each class throughout the
year, helping focus on themes the classes are studying.
Claudia Minde, High School Director
cminde@tbanj.org
Awards and
Scholarships
Awards
and Scholarships are offered each year for high school and college
students who wish to study and tour in Israel or participate in "The
March of the Living." Other awards are offered for writing essays,
community involvement, and social action activities.
These awards and scholarships are provided by donations from generous
members of our congregation and the various Temple arms.
CLOTHING & FOOD
DRIVE FOR MIDNIGHT RUN
TEEN
TIKKUN OLAM GROUP
 The
Teen Tikkun Olam Group was designed for teens to be more
involved in social action projects within their community. This
group is open to participating students in the TBA High School
program (both Temple and non-Temple members) with the
supervision and guidance of the High School Director
Claudia Minde. This group
will meet twice a month on Sundays from 10:30 AM-12:00 PM to
design, implement, and coordinate community action events. The
students will be provided with various options of organizations
and community resource assistance. The students will choose the
organization based on the options presented and plan the
fundraising events. Breakfast and refreshments will be served.
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