The Washington Area's only program combining immersive Hebrew and camp-style Jewish learning with afterschool childcare for grades K-5.  Busing provided from selected Montgomery County Public Schools.

According to the Torah School of Greater Washington it was established to educate, motivate, challenge, and inspire Jewish children of all backgrounds without regard to race, color, country of origin, or sex. Their students are provided with a curriculum of excellence in both Judaic and secular studies which equips them with all the tools necessary to successfully continue their higher education. This includes a strong emphasis on the basics (e.g. English and Hebrew literacy, writing skills, mathematics, geography) and on higher thinking and comprehension skills. Their  youngsters develop pride as Jews and Americans and a strong love for Eretz Yisrael.

 For More Information Contact: (301) 962 - 8003 or http://www.tsgw.org

Gesher is a community day school for K - 8th grade offering a challenging and innovative curriculum of general and Jewish studies. Gesher has full-day Kindergarten classrooms after-school care, financial assistance and transportation. Gesher is fully accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools and is the only VAIS accredited Jewish Day School in Northern Virginia.

According to Gesher Jewish Day School it  is dedicated to educational excellence, an individualized approach to learning, and to providing a nurturing and exciting educational environment.

Gesher's students are challenged to think critically and creatively and to acquire the skills they will need for tomorrow.

Melvin J. Berman Hebrew Academy
13300 Arctic Avenue
Rockville, MD  20853-3012
962-9400 
(301) 962-9400  ext 5177 Headmaster
(301) 962-9400  ext 5163 Executive Director

Jewish Primary Day School of the Nation's Capital
6045 16th Street, NW
Washington, DC  20011-1713
#:(202) 291-5737 
Web Page:  www.jpds.org
E-mail:   info@jpds.org
Jewish Primary Day School covers full pre-K, K-6.  Developmental, hands on approach to Jewish and secular education.  Small classes, modern Hebrew, active parent body, monthly parent newsletter.  Before/after school care program.  Afternoon school enrichment program.

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School is an independent community day school serving students from Kindergarten through 12th grade. The School is dedicated to creating an environment in which students can grow to their fullest potential as responsible and dedicated members of the Jewish community and of American society. Based on six basic Jewish precepts, the Mission of our School is to teach its students:

CESJDS is located on two campuses in the Rockville area. The Lower School is situated on the corner of East Jefferson Street and Montrose Road. Close to the Charles E. Smith Community Service Campus and backing up to the B'nai Israel Congregation.

New this summer! Mitzvah Corps. Camp for entering 7th, 8th and 9th graders. Let the fun begin!
 

Mitzvah Corps offers a program based on service learning and advocacy.  Campers will explore issues relevant to today’s world, learn advocacy training skills, and make a difference through community service experiences. Each week will focus on a different topic allowing campers to help those in need around Montgomery County, learn from advocacy experts working in DC’s lobbying organizations and commit to Tikkun Olam (repairing the world).  Campers will also enjoy some general camp activities including swim, sports, Shabbat celebrations and special events.  Campers can earn SSL hours.  Space is limited and this program is only offered during session 1 and as a one week intensive at the end of the summer. 

Bnei Akiva is a Religious Zionist Youth Movement that inspires and empowers Jewish Youth with a deep commitment to our people, Am Yisrael, our land, Eretz Yisrael, and our Torah, Torat Yisrael through a wide variety of informal educational programs.

In our local chapter, we have regular meetings on shabbat and weekends where the activities include Torah, Israel, and fun. The high school counselors take leadership roles, planning and running these activities for the younger members. We are based in the Silver Spring area, but provide programs for Washington D.C. and Potomac as well.

For More Information Contact:  Miriam Zaghi at 301-593-3394 or basilverspring@gmail.com

 NVHC describes itself as a community of learners who strive to make connections with their Jewish identity and struggle to ensure that their children have strong and positive Jewish experiences both socially and educationally.

NVHC will meet beginning in September 2011 on Sundays from 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. for K-6^th grade, Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 p.m. for 7-12^th grade and a one hour choice for Hebrew for 3-6^th either Tuesday or Wednesday.

Classes include:

K-2 Sundays 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 

3rd-5th Grades Sundays 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. and Hebrew Wed. or Thurs 

6th Grade Sundays 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. and Hebrew Wed or Thurs

7th Grade 6:30-8:00 p.m.