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LIFECYLE

FOUNDATION SCHOOL

Cory Willson, Director

Congregation Neveh Shalom

2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR 503-293-7302 cwillson@nevehshalom.org foundationschoolpdx.org

For over 60 years, Foundation School has embraced our youngest learners – sparking imaginations, instilling a sense of wonder, and providing the building blocks for the next generation of creative and confident problem-solvers. The children who are part of the Foundation School legacy embrace an “anything is possible” approach to life where they are asked to wonder, encouraged to inquire, and participate in the process of bringing young families together for a lifetime of friendship

THE GAN-GARRET JEWISH PRESCHOOL

9604 NE 126th Ave. #2340, Vancouver, WA 360-256-0859 thegan.org

THE GAN: PORTLAND JEWISH PRESCHOOL

6612 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-977-7850 portlandjewishpreschool.com

MAAYAN PRESCHOOL

Mrs. Lindsey Voorhees, Early Childhood Director lvoorhees@maayanpdx.org

Mrs. Rebecca Berzow, Early Childhood Judaic Specialist

2 Touchstone Dr., Lake Oswego, OR 503-245-5568 info@maayanpdx.org maayanpdx.org

PEACE GARDEN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

Havurah Shir Hadash

185 N Mountain Ave. Mail: PO Box 1262

Ashland, OR 541-488-8887 havurahshirhadash.org/peacegardenpreschool

POMEGRANATE PRESCHOOL

Temple Emek Shalom

1800 E Main St.

Mail: PO Box 1107

Ashland, OR

KIDS & TEENS

541-488-2909 emekshalom.org/education

PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY

6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-244-0126 office@pjaproud.org pjaproud.org

RIGHT START

9900 SW Greenburg Road #220, Tigard, OR 503-892-7415 jewishportland.org/rightstart

TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL PRESCHOOL

1175 East 29th Ave., Eugene, OR 541-345-7314 tbieugene.org/preschool

TREE OF LIFE MONTESSORI

SE 42nd Ave. and Stark St., Portland , OR treeoflifemontessori.org

Day Schools

MAAYAN TORAH DAY SCHOOL

Rabbi Yerachmiel Kalter, Principal

Mrs. Darcie Young, Principal of General Education & Guidance

Mrs. Lindsey Voorhees, Early Childhood Director

2 Touchstone Dr., Lake Oswego, OR 503-245-5568 info@maayanpdx.org maayanpdx.org

Maayan Torah uses the best practices in education and focuses on the needs and progress of each student from 18 months to eighth grade. Our nurturing philosophy supports our students to develop their strengths and gives them a life-long connection to Judaism. We are dedicated to developing an environment of academic excellence and high student achievement. We seek to instill the love of Torah and Mitzvot as a wellspring, “Maayan,” in our students’ lives.

6612 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-977-7850 office@PortlandJewishSchool.com

PortlandJewishSchool.com

Maimonides Jewish Day School is an accredited, kindergarten through 8th-grade school committed to teaching the whole child, inspiring lifelong learning and providing personalized, meaningful and empowering Judaic and general studies education for a diverse community of Jewish children. Beginning with the 2019-2020 school year, Maimonides launched its Montessori-inspired program and curriculum. The Montessori Method is child-centered educational approach based on scientific observations of children, and it is employed in educational institutions worldwide.

Oregon Episcopal School

6300 SW Nicol Road, Portland, OR 503-246-7771 oes.edu/admissions

Maimonides Jewish Day School

Karen Denardo, Principal

Devora Wilhelm, Director

Portland Jewish Academy

Merrill Hendin, Principal

Erika Saiers, Director of Early Childhood (Infant-PreK)

Sarah Glass, Admission Director (K-8th grades)

Steve Albert, Executive Director

6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-244-0126 office@pjaproud.org pjaproud.org

PJA is a community Jewish Day School and Early Childhood program that welcomes families of all backgrounds. Students from 6 weeks through 8th grade thrive in an academically rich environment that honors the whole child. At PJA you will find small classes, dedicated teachers, support services, enrichment opportunities, and a warm and welcoming community. Accredited by Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) and a member of Prizmah: Center for Jewish Day Schools.

HEBREW/RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS

Beit Haverim Religious School

Karen Stolz, Religious School Director

1111 Country Club Road, Lake Oswego, OR 503-568-1241 office@beithav.org beithav.org/religious-school

Beit Haverim, “House of Friends,” is a small and inviting

“We inclusive Reform congregation located in Lake Oswego. We welcome Jews by birth, by choice, and at heart, along with members who may identify as interfaith, multi-ethnic, and LGBTQ+. Our school values the tradition of mitzvot and the practice of tzedakah through thought and action. Join us in worship, educational programming and our religious school which conveniently meets Sunday afternoons during the school year.

CHABAD HEBREW SCHOOLS

Northeast: 971-801-2424

Southeast: 503-236-6642

Hillsboro: 503-747-5363

Vancouver, WA: 360-993-5222

CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

1972 NW Flanders St., Portland, OR 503-222-1069 bethisrael-pdx.org/education

CONGREGATION KOL AMI EDUCATION

7800 NE 119th St., Vancouver, WA 360-896-8088 jewishvancouverusa.org

HAVURAH SHALOM EDUCATION

825 NW 18th Ave.

Portland, OR 503-248-4662 havurahshalom.org/limud

Our educational offerings include Adult Learning, Tot Shabbats for families with children ages 0-5, Shabbat School (K6) based on a staff-guided, parent-teacher coop model, Middle School, and High School. Learn more at havurahshalom.org

THE HEIMANN FAMILY WISDOM GARDEN HEBREW SCHOOL

Havurah Shir Hadash

185 N Mountain Ave.

Mail: P.O. Box 1262

Ashland, OR 541-488-7716 havurahshirhadash.org/school

KOL SHALOM CHILDREN’S EDUCATION

1509 SW Sunset Blvd. #1E, Portland, OR 503-459-4210 kolshalom.org/childrens-education

NASHIRA EDUCATION PROJECT

2420 NE Sandy Blvd.

Mail: 1631 NE Broadway St. #314

Portland, OR 503-473-8227 shirtikvahpdx.org/education

NEVEH SHALOM ALIYAH PROGRAM

2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR 503-248-8831 nevehshalom.org/learning

Kindergarten through 6th graders in our ALIYAH program enjoy a vibrant youth community, led by our Director of Congregational Learning, Mel Berwin. On Sunday mornings, Jewish building blocks, mitzvot, lifecycle, holidays and creative arts are all part of the varied and active curriculum. Hebrew is an individualized program, with a choice of two in-person locations or zoom. Shabbat and holiday programming is offered through the elementary ages leading students to the profound milestone of becoming b’nai mitzvah. Our program is dedicated to the inclusion and participation of every child in our community, so that all students can learn with and from each other.

P’NAI OR OF PORTLAND SIMCHA SCHOOL

6948 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-248-4500 pnaiorpdx.org

SHAARIE TORAH EDUCATION PROGRAM

920 NW 25th Ave., Portland, OR 503-226-6131 shaarietorah.org

SHORESH PORTLAND

Maayan HaTorah

2 Touchstone Dr., Lake Oswego, OR 971-266-0481 shoreshportland.com

SHUL SCHOOL

Temple Emek Shalom

1800 E Main St. Mail: PO Box 1107

Ashland, OR 541-488-2909 emekshalom.org/education

Day Camps

BB DAY CAMPS

Portland, Lincoln City, Corvallis, Eugene (more cities coming soon!) https://bbcamp.org/day-camps/ daycamp@bbcamp.org

At BB Day Camps, your Camper will make new friends while exploring their Judaism in a fun, creative, and active Camp setting! Each week our Campers will discover Arts & Crafts, Hands-On Science, Cooking & Baking, Games, Outdoor Adventure, and more! For campers entering kindergarten through Middle School. Early and after extended care is available.

CAMP GAN ISRAEL-VANCOUVER

9604 NE 126th Ave., Vancouver, WA 360-256-0859 jewishvancouverwa.com/camp-gan-israel

CAMP SEED

6688 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-245-5420 portlandkollel.org/kids/home

GAN ISRAEL DAY CAMP

6612 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-246-KIDS (5437) ganisraelportland.com

MITTLEMAN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

Day Camp

Daylee Shaw, Day Camp Manager

6651 SW Capitol Hwy., Portland, OR 503-244-0111 dshaw@oregonjcc.org oregonjcc.org/daycamp

PJA SUMMER DISCOVERY

Contact: Celinda Llanez

6651 SW Capitol Hwy. Portland, OR 503-244-0126 pjaproud.org

B’NAI B’RITH CAMP – OVERNIGHT

Oregon Coast https://bbcamp.org/summer-camp/ info@bbcamp.org

Located on the beautiful Oregon coast, B’nai B’rith (BB) Camp is a vibrant and inclusive Jewish camp serving the Pacific Northwest since 1921. BB Camp has been a home away from home for generations of campers of different ages, backgrounds, denominations and abilities. Our unique culture is built on sharing fun experiences in a welcoming environment that inspires all campers to grow and develop enduring Jewish identities.

Camp Miriam

#303-950 W 41st Ave., Vancouver, BC 604-266-2825 campmiriam.org

Camp Solomon Schechter

Zach Duitch, Executive Director

Mail: 117 East Louisa St. #110 Seattle, WA 206-447-1967 info@campschechter.org campschechter.org

Camp Solomon Schechter has a 68-year tradition of fun, friendship, and Jewish education immersion in the Pacific Northwest. Camp creates a unique, welcoming, and spiritual community for youth entering 1st-12th grades. Schechter’s spectacular 175-acre wooded facility located near Olympia WA features a private lake, river, miles of hiking trails in pristine forests and wetlands, and outdoor adventure courses (ropes course, zip line, giant swing and climbing tower). At Schechter, Judaism and joy are truly one

Camp Daisy and Harry Stein, owned and operated by Congregation Beth Israel in Scottsdale, is a unique and exciting place in the beautiful pines of Prescott, AZ. Camp Stein is Arizona’s only Jewish overnight camp. It is a place where campers discover more about themselves, their abilities, & their Judaism. Horseback riding, swimming, archery, gaga and more for children in 2nd-12th grade. A summer of fun, a lifetime of memories!

EDEN VILLAGE WEST

6176 McBryde Ave., Richmond, CA 510-560-5610 edenvillagewest.org

URJ CAMP KALSMAN

Rabbi Ilana Mills, Camp Director

Jessica Brumer, Assistant Director

Jena Whitesman, Assistant Director

14724 184th St. NE, Arlington, WA 425-284-4484 campkalsman@urj.org campkalsman.org

The Evergreen State lives up to its name from the moment you roll through the gates of URJ Camp Kalsman. Our 300 acres among the Cascade Mountains paint the perfect backdrop for an epic Jewish overnight experience! Kalsman offers a great balance of Jewish education and recreation. Campers 1st – 10th grade learn and hone skills in athletic, aquatic, artistic and nature programs. Join us next summer for a summer of fun, friendships of a lifetime, and an unparalleled Jewish experience. We can’t wait to welcome you home!

URJ CAMP NEWMAN

711 Grand Ave. #280, San Rafael, CA 415-392-7080 campnewman.org

Camperships

ALBERT J. KAILES MEMORIAL CAMP

SCHOLARSHIP FUND OF OJCF ojcf.org/grants-and-scholarships/receive-a-scholarship/ Scholarships are available for Jewish youth and teens from Oregon attending Jewish overnight camp within the United States. Must demonstrate financial need.

BUNKCONNECT

CAMP DAISY & HARRY STEIN

Jennifer Walker, Associate Director 10460 N 56th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85253 480-951-0323 camp@cbiaz.org campstein.org

646-278-4500 jewishcamp.org

KIDS & TEENS

CHAI ISRAEL

9900 SW Greenburg Road #220, Tigard, OR 503-892-7415 jewishportland.org/travelisrael

ONE HAPPY CAMPER jewishcamp.org/one-happy-camper

YOUTH GROUPS

BBYO – EVERGREEN REGION

Mercer Island, WA 971-303-9764 bbyo.org

CTEEN OF NORTHEAST PORTLAND

2858 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland, OR jewishnortheast.com/cteen

JEWISH CUB SCOUTS PACK 739

Portland, OR 503-432-1135 facebook.com/pack739

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