Religious School / Youth Education

Youth education and engagement is a primary focus of CBS. Our youngest congregants are introduced to Judaism throughout the year with age-appropriate activities. Formal religious education starts once children enter kindergarten, and all classes offer a low teacher-to-student ratio. Our religious school educators and clergy develop and present an engaging curriculum.

Our older students work one-on-one with our clergy, who provide customized B’nai Mitzvah and Hebrew training, lead high school students in a confirmation class, and provide a level of attention and important interaction that cannot be minimized. We welcome all children, regardless of their skill level, learning style, past Jewish education, or learning challenges.

children in a classroom

Core Learning Experiences

Congregation Beth Shalom’s Religious School program is a project-based program focused on immersion and experiences. Children who participate in our program will:

  • Global Culture: Gain understanding of Jewish culture here and around the world.
  • Community & Identity: Have opportunities to discuss and express what it means to be Jewish in their families and communities.
  • Hebrew Language: Be introduced to Hebrew vocabulary, Alef-Bet, and beginning Hebrew language skills.
  • Lifecycles & Traditions: Explore the Jewish life cycle, Jewish holiday cycle, and Jewish calendar.
  • Prayer & Celebration: Be included in Tefillah and the structure and joy of Jewish prayer and celebration.
  • Active Values: Explore, discuss, and have opportunities to actively express Jewish values.

Tuition & Fee Structure

Education of our youth is a priority at CBS. We utilize a structured tuition fee system to directly support our educators and provide high-quality learning materials.

Standard Tuition: $180 per student
Maximum Family Cap: $540 (Covers 3 or more children within the same immediate family)

Payment Details

All payments are managed securely online through ShulCloud. Families are expected to either pay tuition in full or establish an active, flexible payment plan via ShulCloud prior to Rosh Hashanah.

Confidential Financial Support

We firmly believe that the cost of tuition should never deter a child from attending. No student will ever be turned away due to financial concerns. If your family is unable to afford the full cost of tuition, confidential financial aid options or custom payment arrangements can be made. Please reach out directly to our Religious School Director, Congregation Treasurer, or Rabbi to discuss your family’s situation.

Get in Touch

For registration steps or more information, please send an email to religious.school@bethshalomindy.org.

Rabbi Justin Kerber with kids