Specialty Classes

Early Childhood Center

Specialty Classes & Programs

Weekly Specialty Classes

Included in tuition; for all ages

Each week, children participate in enriching classes taught by specially trained teachers:

  • Levana’s Garden Class
  • Judaic Studies
  • P.E.
  • Music
  • Reading Buddy Program with SDJA Lower School students
  • Specialty Programming with SDJA lower and upper school students: examples include Sukkot Market, Hanukkah Activity Stations, Yom Ha’Atzmaut on the Field, etc.
  • Hebrew Language: Children receive weekly language instruction from a Hebrew specialty teacher. They are introduced to Hebrew vocabulary related to holidays, family, numbers, colors, seasons, animals, and body parts through songs, play, storytelling, and customized games. 
  • Spanish Language: We are fortunate to have many Spanish-speaking teachers. Spanish is integrated into daily routines and activities. Birthdays are celebrated each month, with the birthday child honored through singing and dancing to Hebrew and Spanish birthday songs.
A preschooler runs with a large green hula hoop in his hand.

Additional Opportunities

  • Afternoon Enrichment Program 2024-25: Cooking, Playball, Dance and Spanish (optional for 3 to 5 year olds)
  • Holiday Camps: Winter Break Camp and Spring Break Camp (optional for all ages)
  • ECC Carmel Creek Summer Camp (optional for all ages)
  • Parent & Child Classes (open to the public)