Religious School
Religious School
About Us
Our Leonard & Madlyn Abramson Education Center offers Sunday religious school for students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Mid-week Hebrew school begins in 3rd grade. Social youth programs are provided for our K - 12th graders, along with a junior choir for 1st - 6th graders and a youth choir, the Chai Notes, for 7th - 12th graders.
Learn more about our youth engagement programs.
Our Vision
We are committed to inspire our students and their families to live connected Jewish lives of meaning and purpose.
Our Mission
We create passionate Jewish identity in our students by partnering with families to…
- instill Jewish knowledge and love of Torah which encompasses all Jewish learning
- create community and connections within the school, the synagogue, and the Jewish people
- foster a love of Israel
- empower Jewish ethical living
- embrace Tikkun Olam, repair of the world
- provide opportunities for sacred moments
- cultivate inclusion and acceptance
…so that we establish a love of Judaism that sustains the Jewish people.
If you would like to learn more, please contact Aaron Nielsenshultz, Director of Religious School, or call 215-646-5806 x232.
Inclement Weather Announcements
Student safety is our paramount concern, so on occasion it may be necessary to close school due to adverse weather conditions. School closings will be publicized using our OneCall system to email and phone, on the Beth Or website, and on Facebook.
How to Contact Us
- Main Religious School Office: 215-646-7417
- For questions on curriculum, school philosophy, inclusion, registration, and general information or to share comments or feedback: Aaron Nielsenshultz, Director of Religious School, 215-646-5806 x232
- For questions about bills: Amy Abrams
- For bar/bat mitzvah date information: Sharon Carlin.
Please refer to the links on the side of this page to find important registration information for the current/upcoming school year including instructions, school calendar, education programs, tuition and fees, on-line registration link, Youth Groups and Junior Choir/Youth Choir, as well as our Inclusion policy.
Are you looking for information on our B'nai Mitzvah process? Visit our B'nai Mitzvah Headquarters to find many answers to your questions.
Would you like to hear prayers and practice them? Visit our Audio/Visual Resources page.
Sun, January 29 2023
7 Sh'vat 5783
Upcoming Events
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Monday ,
JanJanuary 30 , 2023B'nai Mitzvah Intergenerational Learners Class
Monday, Jan 30th 6:00p to 7:00p
All families with an upcoming February - June 2023 B'nai Mitzvah are invited to this intergenerational learning session led by Rabbi Bonder. We will explore the WHYs of the B'nai Mitzvah service and experience. Click for more details and RSVP. -
Wednesday ,
FebFebruary 1 , 2023Family Promise Montco PA Program
Wednesday, Feb 1st (All day)
For the 24th year, Beth Or is partnering with Family Promise Montco PA (formerly Interfaith Hospitality Network) by housing up to 3 families in transition throughout the month of February. Volunteers are needed to prepare meals, provide transportation, and serve a chaperones. Click for full details and to reserve your volunteer time slot. -
Friday ,
FebFebruary 3 , 2023
Friday, Feb 3rd 5:30p to 6:30p
Join us for a traditional Family Shabbat Dinner between Munchkin Minyan and Family Services featuring our 6th grade students. We will also celebrate Tu B'Shevat with special activities for the children. Cost: $18/adult; $5/child. Click for details and RSVP by 1/24. -
Friday ,
FebFebruary 3 , 2023Tu B'Shevat Celebration
Friday, Feb 3rd 7:30p
Our Tu B'Shevat celebration continues after Shabbat services tonight with a special program geared toward adults. Enjoy Israeli wine and beer provided by Brotherhood while potting succulents to take home, courtesy of Gene at Ambler Flowers. Click for RSVP by 1/27. -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 4 , 2023Shabbat Worship and Bat Mitzvah of Noa Murley
Shabbat, Feb 4th 11:00a