Quick weather related note: In the event of any unexpected cancellation due to weather, we will make every effort to notify you. School cancellations are reported to King 5 TV.

We at the Temple De Hirsch Religion School are blessed to be part of a growing community and are proud to announce that registration was up 10% this year over last.  In recognizing this growth and anticipating even more, we’ve recently formed a Curriculum Committee to review the existing curriculum and deal with such issues as our outstanding growth.  While the curriculum summary will be published by the middle of March, 2008, this communiqué focuses on the core issues related to growth and solicits your direct feedback. Click here to learn more.

A Message from our Director:
A Journey for the Mind
by Allan Geller, CHE, MEd, Director of Education
In the last three months, our Religion School has sponsored 3 trips for Jewish learning and community building: A trip to (Jewish)
Los Angeles for the 8th Grade; the 10th Grade L’taken (Social Justice) trip to Washington, D.C.; and the 12th Grade Trip to Europe. more....

School Calendar
Check the Temple Calendar for the most current events or download the latest Religion School Calendar. 2007 - 2008 Religion School Calendar
Click here to download the school calendar. (last revised 11/013/17)

• April 29: Senior Trip (2009) Planning Meeting with Parents
• May 4: Yom HaAtzmaut Celebration
• May 6: L’Taken Trip (2009) Planning Meeting with Parents
• May 7 & 8: Rabbi Druin (Sofer) scribes with mid-week schools

Curriculum
We offer a full menu of programming on both campuses. Class and campus assignments will be made on a first-come, first served basis; class sizes will be limited. Click here for a list of classes, class descriptions & syllabi.

Faculty
The Bridge Family Religion School has some of the finest Judaica teachers in Western Washington. Their hands-on-instruction gives students a greater understanding and appreciation of their Jewish identity. Click here to see a list of teachers & their contact information.

Registration
Thinking about enrolling at The Bridge Family Religion School? Click here and download the enrollment, payment ane registration forms. If you have any questions contact our Registrar, Emily Gallagher, at 206.315.7422 or via email.

Scholarships for Religion School Tuition, Summer Camp and Youth ProgramsWe are very fortunate at TDHS to have a well-funded scholarship program for those in need.  Our Scholarship Committee reviews requests in many areas: school tuition; trips to ; youth group day trips and conventions; summer camp; teen education and leadership development through the URJ/HUC.  Our Temple’s Marty Bridge Camp Scholarship directly supports those wishing to attend Camp Kalsman. Click here for more information & to download the forms.

Guidelines & Policies
Looking for what we expect from our students?

• School Guidelines
• Discipline Policy
• Brit Kavod (Covenant of Honor)
  For High School Students

Student Resources
A student’s academic & social life doesn’t stop at The Bridge Family Religion School. You can check here to find some great resources for students who are interested in finding ways to further enhance their Jewish identity.

• Youth Groups - Temple De Hirsch Sinai has many opportunities for all ages of kids to connect socially in a Jewish context. Click here to learn about our Youth Groups
• Camps - Click here to learn more about some great Jewish Camps.
• Israel Trips & Opportunities - Click here to find more information about trips to Israel and other camp opportunities.
• High School - Are you a high school aged student who is looking for ways to expand your understanding of Judiaism or would like some scholarship information? Click here.
• College Resources - Find some great resources and scholarship information for students already in college.
• Union for Reform Judaism Youth Programs: Find a program for anyone!

TDHS Calendar