Seriously Empowered

At VBSDS, our students are taught that they can make a difference. This VBSDS commitment to service and action is in memory and in honor of our namesake, Harold M. Schulweis z’l. Rabbi Schulweis always emphasized that children can take meaningful action in the world TODAY!

Our students are leaders in the classroom, on the sports fields and in the larger community. Through our buddy programs, students build relationships across different grades and across our VBS Schools, because we partner with the VBS Early Childhood Center. The oldest students sharpen their leadership skills, feel pride in their mentor roles, and share their love of learning. They learn to lead by example and to be their best selves! 21.

The younger children gain confidence, connection, and begin to build community. These partnerships are incredibly impactful in the lives of our students.

Our robust athletic program prides itself on empowering our mighty Lions with the skills they need to develop athletic abilities and principles of sportsmanship, guided by Jewish values of teamwork, fairness, empathy and respect.

The VBS Day School leadership curriculum culminates with a unique 6th grade leadership year. Our 6th graders assume leadership roles throughout the school year including serving on Student Council, as admission ambassadors and leading weekly, school-wide Kabbalat Shabbat services.

The 6th grade travel experiences, which include the Grinberg Passport to Israel and Adventure California, are times of reflection and growth.

VBS Day School students learn about the power of leadership through their studies of our rich Jewish history and traditions. Thoughtful curriculum equips students with the wisdom and inspiration to become empathetic, capable, and principled leaders within our school community and in the broader world.