Hebrew High Celebrates its 20th year!

Hebrew High Celebrates its 20th year!

Dora Lieberman

This September 10, 2023, Hebrew High will celebrate 20 years of accredited Jewish courses with a new course for teens. The new course is titled “Jewish Wellness.”

For years, local teens have enjoyed the Hebrew High program that offers busy high school students a unique opportunity to enhance their Jewish education and scholastic requirements. Students can efficiently advance in both areas by earning college credits while studying Jewish topics.

Here’s what people are saying about Hebrew High

“The meaningful accredited course provides an excellent opportunity for our teenage students to earn college credits while making friends and receiving a meaningful Jewish education.” Says Mike F., a former student.

“I always look forward to Sundays because I love attending Hebrew High. It is a wonderful place to learn about Judaism under amazing teachers, discuss Jewish topics, and meet with other teenagers like me. The community is so warm and makes me feel so welcome.” -- Eva L., student

“When you walk in, you’re greeted with a hearty “Boker Tov!” which is Hebrew for “Good Morning!” followed by a sincere “How are you doing?” It’s so pleasant to have teachers that truly listen and respect what we say.”” -- Sophia M., a former student

“Being Jewish can often feel isolating since we are a minority, but Hebrew High has people who understand me. It is comforting that after a long week of explaining my Jewish holidays and practices, I have somewhere I fit in unapologetically. It’s truly a healing experience.” -- David K. student

“Beyond the intrinsic experience of continuing my Jewish education, another massive benefit of Hebrew High has been adding classes and college credits, which will make my college applications stand out and save time and money.”” -- Jacob F. a former student

“I am grateful that Mr. G Scholarship Fund allowed my kids this opportunity to continue their Jewish education in a way that challenges them, helps them grow, and boosts their secular education requirements.” -- Parents of students

What is the accredited course for 2023-2024?

The new “Jewish Wellness” course introduces students to the Tanya, a timeless groundbreaking Jewish text from 1796 that still plays a crucial role in shaping today’s Jewish world. The Jewish Wellness course offers profound insights into Jewish values, human psychology, personal growth, and our ultimate purpose. In addition, the Jewish Wellness course presents Torah-based tools that enable students to gain self understanding and an empowering, eye-opening unique Jewish world outlook.

How does it work?

Hebrew High/CteenU offers Yeshiva University courses, textbooks, and exams for teens from local public high schools.

When?

Teens meet from 10 am to 12 pm on select Sundays throughout the school year in Los Alamitos.

How do I get college credits?

Students receive college electives from Yeshiva University directly upon completion of the program.

For more information contact Rabbi Shmuel Marcus at 714.828.1851.