Meet Joel Lewison, our Director of Lifelong Learning
Joel brings more than five years of experience in the Jewish communal world, along with a Master’s in Jewish Professional Studies from Spertus Institute, where he concentrated in Israel Education. His background includes educational leadership, community programming, and communications work at organizations such as Yachad, Ida Crown Jewish Academy, and South Peninsula Hebrew Day School.
Scholarship Endowment for new Emanuel Members
Thanks to the generous endowment from Marvin and Phyllis Goldblatt, all new members of Emanuel Congregational can enroll their children in our Sunday religious school at a substantial discount. Tuition is free for students in grades K-3, and students in grades 4-12 receive a $400 discount on their enrollment costs
Religious School Mission Statement:
The mission of Emanuel Congregation’s Religious School is to provide our students with a strong foundation of Jewish knowledge based on learning Jewish traditions; understanding the history of Israel, both historically and in a modern context; and experiencing spiritual opportunities. We seek to cultivate within them a commitment to live according to the ethical and spiritual values of Judaism.
The curriculum is designed with the understanding that students attend Religious School as a means of complementing the spiritual foundation of home and synagogue life. We strive for students of all ages to discover the relevancy of Jewish learning to daily life, and through their education begin to make their own Jewish decisions with a foundation of knowledge and commitment.
Believing firmly that a Jewish education is a social justice education, our youth are immersed in curricula that allows them to become future leaders committed to creating good in the world. At Emanuel, our youth learn to carry on the Hebrew language, practice Jewish tradition and values, and see the role the Jewish community plays in creating positive change. Through this, Emanuel youth are equipped to be lifelong learners, Jewish leaders, and creators of change.
