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Yachad Catalog 2015–2016

COURSE CATALOG2015–2016

The new citywide Jewish educational program for teens in grades 9–12

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Welcome to Yachad! Yachad has been a dream of the Minneapolis Jewish community for almost ten years. This dream began with two rabbis over a cup of coffee. Our community has created and built this amazing program for and by teens.

Yachad brings together the best that our community has to offer to provide transformational experiences for our teens. Through Yachad’s dynamic and engaging environment, teens will grow along their own pathway as they continue along their Jewish journeys.

A special thank you to our local clergy and their representative Brit Signer organizations (listed to the right) for their leadership, partnership, and vision to build a program for teens where we will be better together.

L’hitraot - until we meet again,

Dana Prottas, Yachad Director

Register Online! • www.yachadmn.org

“Yachad” is the Hebrew word for together and combines 9–12th graders from across Minneapolis. Yachad is open to teens who are affiliated with Reform, Conservative, and Modern Orthodox synagogues from across Minneapolis, as well as teens who are not affiliated with a synagogue.

Yachad is the teen educational program for:

In partnership with:

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COURSE OFFERINGS:

Israel ........................................ pg 4What is my connection to Israel — the land, history, people, culture, music, politics, dance, and religions?

Peoplehood ..............................pg 5How am I connected to “Am Yisrael,” the people of Israel?

Tikkun Olam .......................... pg 7What will I do to be a responsible citizen in the world?

Connectedness ...................... pg 8What does it mean to be spiritually connected? What touches my soul, grounds me, and makes me sense the Divine?

Past, Present & Future ......... pg 9How will the history of the Jewish people help me navigate the present and prepare for the future?

Grade-Level Experiences ...pg 10Yachad core classes are specially designed for grade-level teen experiences.

Watch for Spring courses and registration in November.

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11th Grade Seminar — Looking Ahead 10 W x

12th Grade Seminar — College Bound 10 W x

“All the World’s a Stage” — Take me to the Theatre! 5 S x x x x

Be an Advocate for Israel! Israel Leadership Fellows Program (ILF) 4 W x x x

Bible Quiz — Chidon Ha’Tanach 9 S x x x x

Confirmation — 10th Grade Program 10 W x

Cook it! Eat it! Live it! #Jewishfoodie 5 M x x

Exploring Hot Topics! 5 W x x

Friends ‘N Fun — Count Me In! 7 S x x x x

Got (Jewish) Law? 9 S x x x x

HaZamir: The International Jewish High School Choir 5 S x x x x

Hebrew: Let’s Talk! 4 S x x x

Hebrew: University of MN, College in the Schools (CIS) Program 4 * x x x x

History Through the Lives and Choices of our Ancestors 9 S x x

The in[HEIR]itance Project: The Genesis Plays 6 S x x x x

The Inner Voice of the Jewish Artist 6 S x x x x

Intro. to Inclusion 7 S x x x x

Israel 101: Everything You Always Want-ed to Know About Israel...and More! 4 M x x x

Lifeguard Training 7 M x x x x

The Many Faces of Our Community 8 W x x x x

Mitzvah Moments! “If Not Now, When?!” 7 S x x x x

Artist Workshop Paint! Draw! Sculpt! Write! Create! 6 S x x x x

Partnership2Gether (P2G) Bringing Israel Closer to Home 4 S x x x x

The People of the Book — Tanakh 101 9 S x x

Pray Ball: Jews and Sports 8 W x x x x

Run Away with the Mitzvah Clowns! 7 W x x x x

Sex, Food, Drugs, and Bullying! (HY-HC) 5 M x x x x

Shal-Om: Jewish Spirituality 8 S x x x x

Social Justice Leadership — Seeds of Justice Fellowship 7 W x x x x

“Songs of My People” — HaZamir Choir College Credit Companion Course 6 * x x

Text Explosion! Text Class for Advanced Learners 9 W x x x x

Torah High 8 * x x x x

Twin Cities Jewish Film Festival 5 W x x

Ultimate — Huck Huck Gray Duck! 8 S x x x x

Yachad 101 — 9th Grade Program 10 W x

Yachad Lit Lab 8 * x x x x

FALL COURSES AT A GLANCE:

* Class meeting days are variable. Please see description for more detail.

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HEBREWUniversity of Minnesota, College in the Schools (CIS) ProgramIn the College in the Schools (CIS) Program, affiliated with the University of Minnesota, teens earn university credit upon successful completion of the requirements. This rigorous course of studies typically requires students to enroll in 3 hours per week and complete all assign-ments and assessments. Yachad will offer five levels of college Hebrew for teens — beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. Placement tests can be scheduled by contacting the Yachad office.

COLLEGE CREDIT COURSE 2X PER WEEK 1001A • S 12:00-12:50 PM; W 5:45-6:35 & 8:10-9:00 PM 1001B • M 6:00-7:50 PM; W 8:10-9:00 1002 • S 10:00-11:45 PM; W 5:45-6:35 PM 3011 • S 10:00-1:45 PM; W 5:45-6:35 PM 3012 • S 10:55-12:50 PM (10 MIN BREAK); W 5:45-6:35 PM 3090 • S 10:00-10:50 PM; W 8:10-9:00 PM GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 FACULTY: MISSY (TAMAR) LAVITMAN, TAMY KAIYALETHE, ZAHAVA STEIN, & DR. YAAKOV LEVI

IN COLLABORATION WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, COLLEGE IN THE SCHOOLS (CIS) PROGRAM

HEBREW Let’s Talk!Want to learn how to order food at a café or navigate around Israel? Are you heading to Israel on a teen program and want to learn some Hebrew before you go? Then this is the experience for you! In this experience you will learn practical, conversational Hebrew. This course is designed for students who can read basic Hebrew and are ready to understand and speak Hebrew. No prior Hebrew vocabu-lary or grammar is needed.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (S 10:55-11:45) GRADES: 9, 10, 11

ISRAEL 101Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Israel...and More!Welcome to Israel! Come explore the food, history, dance, culture, music, media, and more as you visit Israel right here in Yachad. This unique seminar series will allow you to immerse yourself in Israel without buying a plane ticket. At each session you will experience a unique part of Israel’s culture and history. Come “travel” to Israel with your Yachad friends.

SEMINAR M 6:00-8:00 PM; SEPT. 21, OCT. 12 & 26, NOV. 9 & 23, DEC. 7 GRADES: 9, 10, 11 FACULTY: ARIEL BIEL, ISRAEL PROGRAM SPECIALIST, THE ISRAEL CENTER

IN COLLABORATION WITH THE ISRAEL CENTER, A PROGRAM OF THE MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH FEDERATION

BE AN ADVOCATE FOR ISRAEL! Israel Leadership Fellows Program (ILF)

This course is designed for teens like you who want to dig deep into Israel’s history and politics, learn about advocacy efforts, and develop leadership skills. Every teen will be paired with an adult mentor who will help guide their personal learning in this experience. The time commitment for this fellowship includes weekly sessions, programs outside of class, and work time together with mentors. Teens need to apply to participate in this fellow-ship experience.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK ( W 8:10-9:00 PM) GRADES: 10, 11, 12 (PRIORITY GIVEN TO 11-12TH GRADERS) FACULTY: HEIDI SCHNEIDER

IN COLLABORATION WITH THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN (NCJW), THE JEWISH COMMUNITY RELATIONS COUNCIL OF MN AND THE DAKOTAS (JCRC), AND THE ISRAEL CENTER, A PROGRAM OF THE MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH FEDERATION

PARTNERSHIP2GETHER (P2G)Bringing Israel Closer to HomeHave you ever wondered what a typical day looks like for a teenager living in Israel? Through a virtual collaboration with our sister city Rehovot (located outside of Tel Aviv), you can communicate with Israeli teens and discover different perspectives while connecting with new friends. Join together in this unique collaborative adventure!

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (S 12:00-12:50) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12

IN COLLABORATION WITH THE ISRAEL CENTER, A PROGRAM OF THE MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH FEDERATION

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Twin Cities Jewish Film FestivalGrab your popcorn and get a front row seat for the Twin Cities Jewish Film Festival. Together we will visit several films in the festival, analyze their themes, and look for commonalities within this prolific genre. You will also learn from Film Director Todd Bruse about how films are selected for the Film Festival. Teens will select a film to promote, discuss, and run the viewing.

IN COLLABORATION WITH THE SABES JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER (JCC)

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (W 8:10-9:00) GRADES: 11, 12 FACULTY: HARRY ADLER

“All the World’s a Stage” — Take me to the Theatre!Ever wonder what goes on behind the curtain? We’ll take you on an exciting, memorable tour around the Twin Cities to experience live theatre at its finest. Each show will relate to the overall Jewish theme for this experi-ence. You will have the opportunity to meet with actors, playwrights, and people behind the scenes as we explore theatre in the Twin Cities.

SEMINAR S 12:00-4:00 PM; OCT. 11 & 25, NOV. 8 & 22, DEC. 6 & 13 GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 FACULTY: RABBI DANNY ETTEDGUI

HEALTHY YOUTH-HEALTHY COMMUNITY (HY-HC) Sex, Food, Drugs, and Bullying!Join other teens for this unique course with Danielle Livon-Bemel, (HY-HC). As part of Healthy Youth-Healthy Communities you will explore topics related to teen life in a safe, supportive, and Jewish environment. Possible workshop topics include issues related to mental illness, relationships, substance abuse, eating disorders, sexual assault, dating violence, and bullying — all within a Jew-ish context and framework.

WORKSHOP M 6:00-8:00PM; OCT. 12, NOV. 2 & 23, DEC. 14 GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 FACULTY: DANIELLE LIVON-BEMEL, COMMUNITY YOUTH SPECIALIST, JFCS

IN COLLABORATION WITH JEWISH FAMILY AND CHILDREN’S SERVICE OF MINNEAPOLIS (JFCS)

Cook it! Eat it! Live it! #JewishfoodieLove to cook? Love to cook for others? Love to make a difference in your community? Grab your apron and head over to the kitchen to prepare delicious ethnic foods. You will have the opportunity to cook for several local events in the community. SEMINAR A: M 6:00-8:00; SEPT. 21, OCT. 12 & 26, NOV. 9 & 23, DEC. 7 + SPECIAL COOKING EVENTS TBD GRADES 9, 10

SEMINAR B: M 6:00-8:00; SEPT. 21, OCT. 19, NOV. 2, 16, & 30, DEC. 14 + SPECIAL COOKING EVENTS TBD GRADES 11, 12

FACULTY: HARRY ADLER

HaZamir: The International Jewish High School ChoirJoin together with your peers to make beautiful music in this unique choir/chorus. This musical opportunity brings together teens of all ages and skill levels to sing, harmo-nize, and create. Local chapters across the country and the world practice the same Jewish and/or Hebrew cho-rale pieces. All of the chapters join together in the spring for a Gala Concert in New York City.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (S 12:00-2:30 PM) GRADES: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 FACULTY: CANTOR AUDREY ABRAMS AND ETTA BERNSTEIN

Exploring Hot Topics!Investigate key questions of our lives and society to see what’s trending in the Jewish world of political ethics, sexuality, health and medicine, and global citizenship — through Jewish text, case studies, discussion, and reflective writing. In this hybrid online / in-person course, you will build their own frameworks for grappling with core questions through a Jewish lens, in dialogue with one another. This experience will be offered in a hybrid format which means that students will meet once a week for a study hall, and they will work online at their own pace to complete the additional three hours per week of the course requirements.

COLLEGE CREDIT COURSE W 5:45-6:35PM GRADES: 11, 12 FACULTY: RABBI EMMA KIPPLEY-OGMAN

HYBRID ONLINE/IN PERSON COURSE

IN COLLABORATION WITH GRATZ COLLEGE*

*Gratz College has applied to the Minnesota Office of Higher Education for permission to offer online classes in Minnesota beginning in fall 2015. These classes are being promoted in expectation of that approval being granted.

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The Inner Voice of the Jewish ArtistJoin together on this journey to explore the inner voice of Jewish artists in their creative space. You will visit local Jewish artists in their lofts and studios to learn more about how and what they create. You will have the opportunity to explore your inner Jewish artist in our multi-media studio. This experience will culminate in a gallery exhibit with the local artists visiting to experience your artistic creations.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (S 12:00-12:50 PM) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12

IN COLLABORATION WITH RIMON: THE MINNESOTA JEWISH ARTS COUNCIL

Artist Workshop Paint! Draw! Sculpt! Write! Create!Grab your paint shirt, dive into your canvas, and get ready to create! You will have the opportunity to explore a vari-ety of artistic materials with local Jewish artists. At each session local Jewish artists will visit to inspire your artistic work. They will teach and share samples of their work. Take this time to explore and expand your artistic range within a variety of mediums.

WORKSHOP S 1:00-5:00 PM; OCT. 18, NOV. 15, DEC. 6 GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12

IN COLLABORATION WITH RIMON: THE JEWISH ARTS COUNCIL

The in[HEIR]itance Project: The Genesis PlaysJump into the national experience with Jon Adam Ross as he creates a play locally through collaboration. Be a part of the community in Minneapolis who participates in the process of creation through text study, story writing, arts workshops, and online assignments.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (S 10:55-11:45) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 FACULTY: HARRY ADLER

“Songs of My People” — HaZamir Choir College Credit Companion CourseThroughout history, Jewish communities around the world have used music to express their values and preserve their traditions. In this class, you will explore the diverse languages, texts, and sounds that are part of Jewish culture, and discover the ways in which music has evolved. Special attention will be paid the repertoire selected for performance by HaZamir. Participants in this class will combine their rehearsal time in local HaZamir chapters with online study. HaZamir will be offered in an asynchronous online format only. Students work at their own pace to complete the course requirements.

COLLEGE CREDIT COURSE GRADES: 11, 12 FACULTY: DR. MARSHA BRYAN EDELMAN, PROFESSOR OF MUSIC AND EDUCATION AT GRATZ COLLEGE & ADJUNCT PROFESSOR OF MUSIC IN THE MILLER CANTORIAL SCHOOL AT THE JEWISH THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY

ONLINE COURSE

IN COLLABORATION WITH HAZAMIR AND GRATZ COLLEGE*

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“I love coming to Yachad because it makes me happy.”

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Social Justice Leadership — Seeds of Justice FellowshipFounded in 2009, the Seeds of Justice Fellowship engages young people in social justice leadership and teaches you how to create change from a Jewish cultural and historic lens. Over the course of a year, you will design a social justice campaign of your choice, learn the skills necessary to bring about social change, and put those skills to good use as you work to advance social justice in our commu-nity. The time commitment for this fellowship includes weekly sessions and two retreats.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (W 8:10-9:00 PM) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 FACULTY: NORA KASSNER, COMMUNITY ORGANIZER, JCA

IN COLLABORATION WITHJEWISH COMMUNITY ACTION (JCA)

Run Away with the Mitzvah Clowns!Mitzvah Clowning is sweeping the nation! Learn the knowledge and skills necessary for visiting the sick (bikkur cholim), elderly, and those with special needs. During this experience, you will be trained to be a Mitzvah Clown. You will learn how to apply clown make-up, create balloon animals, and initiate conversations with others who may be different from you. As part of your training, you will visit people to spread cheer and joy. The Mitzvah Clown pro-gram has grown from the Israeli Dream Doctors. An Israeli Dream Doctor will visit this class in the fall.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (W 5:45-6:35 PM) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 FACULTY: HARRY ADLER

Intro. to Inclusion You will be introduced to the world of inclusion through this workshop. You will experience both visible and non-visible disabilities through hands-on interactive expe-riences. You will learn how to work together with people with disabilities and learn how to be positive role models and advocates.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (S 10:00-10:50 AM) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 FACULTY: CHANA SHAGALOW, PROGRAM DIRECTOR OF SHA’ARIM

IN COLLABORATION WITH SHA’ARIM

MITZVAH MOMENTS! “If Not Now, When?!”This is your chance to make a difference in our commu-nity! Jump in as you get out into the community and do Mitzvot! In this experience you will learn about different Mitzvot and then participate in those you choose. This unique seminar course will allow you to design your own Mitzvot Moments.

SEMINAR S 1:00-4:00 PM; SEPT. 20, OCT. 4 & 25, NOV. 1 & 22, DEC. 13 GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12

Lifeguard TrainingInterested in a great summer job, working at a summer camp, or as a professional lifeguard? Sign up today to learn the skills of water safety. Teens will also grapple with what it means to save a life — both from humanistic and Jewish perspectives. Upon successful completion of this training, participants will receive a certification as a Lifeguard. The certification includes: Lifeguarding, CPR for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Professionals, AED, and First Aid. The certification is good for two years. You must be 15 years old by the last day of the class to register.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (M 6:00-8:00 PM) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12

IN COLLABORATION WITH THE SABES JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

Friends ‘N Fun - Count Me In!The Friends ‘N Fun program is designed to create a social atmosphere in which all participants can succeed. Each participant with special needs is paired with a trained vol-unteer for specialized, guided social interaction. Through our various styles of programming and events, partici-pants and volunteers build relationships through shared experiences and create a supportive and special bond. Everyone learns from each other and has fun. Enroll to be a volunteer-in-training (15 year olds who are also enrolled in Intro. to Inclusion) or a Volunteer (16+ year olds).

SEMINAR S AFTERNOONS; SEPT. 20, OCT. 18, NOV. 15, DEC. 6 GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12

IN COLLABORATION WITH SHA’ARIM

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“I enjoyed tonight’s Yachad program because I got to share my story and people were really accepting.”

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Shal-Om: Jewish SpiritualityShal-Om blends Jewish meditation and yoga into one life-changing course. This class is designed to explore a variety of prayer modalities and teach stress reduction, mindfulness, and relaxation. You will engage in traditional Jewish mystical texts and look to non-traditional sources for inspiration. Finally, this class will help us define our own spirituality and attempt to help us find meaning in Jewish prayer. You will attempt to answer critical ques-tions about Jewish prayer: What is the purpose of prayer? Does God answer our prayers? Are meditation and yoga legitimate expressions of Jewish prayer?

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (S 10:00-10:50) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 FACULTY: RABBI DANNY ETTEDGUI

Pray Ball: Jews and SportsSports play an enormous part in our cultural lives today. This course will provide participants with the opportunity to examine them more deeply than would be possible on a 30-second segment on SportsCenter. “Pray Ball” will examine current issues in the world of sports within a Jewish context. Possible topics will include: Sports as a vehicle for social change, the complicated intersection of race and economics in sports, and the role that universi-ties and big businesses play in the sporting world. You will learn how we create spiritual connections through play, our team, and our community. This experience will help you connect on a spiritual level with yourself and your teammates. Time will be spent learning and playing.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (W 8:10-9:00 PM) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 FACULTY: BRANDON WALZER

Torah High Torah High is a unique extra-curricular Jewish studies program for high school students. It provides meaning-ful and engaging Jewish learning experiences for teens, encourages connection to the Jewish community, and incorporates Jewish knowledge and values in students’ daily lives. This class is designed to foster identification with and support of Israel, and strengthen positive Jewish literacy and identity while developing understanding and respect for the diversity of the Jewish community.

SEMINAR 1X PER WEEK (TBD) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12

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The Many Faces of Our CommunityWhat does it take to create an open and welcoming community? What identities do people bring with them when they walk through the doors of a synagogue, school, or youth group? How can we be the best allies we can be? Come explore these and other questions as we talk about some of the many identities that overlap with Judaism: LGBTQ+ identities, racial identities, ability, and socioeconomic class to name a few. Bring your questions and we’ll search for answers!

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (W 5:45-6:35 PM) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12

Ultimate-Huck Huck Gray Duck!Ultimate is here to stay! Join together with your Jewish friends to compete in a tournament-style game of Ulti-mate! This seven-week workshop in the fall is a great way to try out Yachad with your friends.

WORKSHOP S SEPT. 20 6:00-8:00PM; S SEPT. 27 & OCT. 4, 1:00-3:00PM; S OCT. 11, 18, 25 & NOV. 1, 6:00-8:00PM GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 FACULTY: JUSTIN SHANEDLING, TEEN DIRECTOR, JCC

IN COLLABORATION WITH THE SABES JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER (JCC)

Yachad Lit LabDo you love to read? Would you like to read Jewish themed-books together with your Jewish friends? Your faculty will lead you on a mission to select a theme, genre, and books to guide you on a literary journey. You may select multiple themes to create smaller groups.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (S 10:55-11:45 OR W 5:45-6:35 PM) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12

“I had no idea the girl who sits next to me in math class was Jewish. We recognized each other from Yachad.”

YACHAD THINK TANK WINNER!

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History Through the Lives and Choices of our AncestorsThe vast majority of American Jews can trace their lineages to ancestors living in Eastern Europe. Teens will research their own families’ stories through census, military, immigration, vital records, and other sources and then connect their findings to the historical events occurring in the communities that their ancestors lived from the mid-19th century to the post World War II era. Students will learn genealogical research techniques and will be able to earn college credits through additional readings, discussions, and assignments. Together we will learn about Jewish history through the heroic decisions made by relatives in our past that allow us to exist in the present. This experience will be offered in a hybrid format which means that students will meet once a week in a study hall, and they will work online at their own pace to complete the additional three hours per week of the course requirements.

COLLEGE CREDIT COURSE 1X PER WEEK (S 12:00-12:50) GRADES: 11, 12 FACULTY: HARRY ADLER

HYBRID ONLINE/IN PERSON COURSE

IN COLLABORATION WITH GRATZ COLLEGE

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Bible Quiz-Chidon Ha’TanachStudy our sacred books from a critical angle – under-standing the historical background and archaeological facts. Test your skills with your knowledge of the Bible by studying for the National Bible Quiz Contest. The National Bible Quiz Contest is a contest for Jewish youth in grades 6–11. During this course you will study Bible facts and learn how to prepare for the national quiz. High scorers are invited to New York for the next round of competition, and the finalists are invited to Israel for the finals.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (S 10:55-11:45) GRADES: 9, 10, 11 (12) FACULTY: AVI SHAVER, UNITED STATES NATIONAL CHAMPION AND CURRENTLY RANKED 25TH IN THE WORLD OVERALL, & RABBI MOSHE WEISS

The People of the Book-Tanakh 101Have you always wanted to know why the Jews are the “people of the book”? This experience is designed just for you! In this experience you will learn the basics behind our Jewish texts — what they are, how they are organized, and where they came from. No Hebrew or text background is required to register.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (S 10:00-10:50) GRADES: 9, 10 FACULTY: RABBI MOSHE WEISS

Text Explosion! Text Class for Advanced LearnersGet ready to investigate texts from original source mate-rial. Build skills to encounter original Jewish sources with a view in today’s world — examining the layers of Jewish conversations throughout the ages. The specific text and topic will be selected around your interests.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (W 8:10-9:00) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 FACULTY: RABBI EMMA KIPPLEY-OGMAN

Got (Jewish) Law?!What can Rabbinic arguments teach us about a compli-cated contemporary issue like cloning? As it turns out, a lot—and by applying one to the other, teens gain a whole new understanding and appreciation of both. Through Moot Beit Din, high school students use critical thinking skills to apply halakhah (Jewish law) to hot topics like stem cell research and immigration. Moot Beit Din expos-es students to the vitality of the Jewish legal system and its relevance to their own lives. Teens have the opportu-nity to present oral reports and defend their conclusions before a panel of judges during a weekend-long Shabba-ton. Optional spring competition travel.

ELECTIVE-STYLE COURSE 1X/WEEK (S 10:00-10:50 AM) GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12

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Yachad 101 — 9th Grade ProgramWhat is this program called Yachad? What is pluralism? Who am I and what does this mean to me? During this unique seminar you will explore the origins of Yachad in Minneapolis and how Yachad is transforming Jewish education. Local clergy will teach this course giving you a unique introduction and perspective to Yachad. This course is required for all 9th graders and is offered in the FALL only. During this hands-on, interactive course, ninth graders will learn about Yachad, their classmates, and themselves. Yachad 101 is the foundation for future years in Yachad, both socially and educationally. Teens will understand and explore the history of Yachad, examine pluralism, and create a broad understanding of their personal beliefs.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (W 7:15-8:05 PM) GRADE: 9

Confirmation – 10th Grade ProgramThe 10th grade year is unique because teens have the opportunity to study together with their synagogue’s clergy as part of Yachad. Please connect directly with your synagogue to learn specific details about Confirmation.

ELECTIVE-STYLE STYLE 1X PER WEEK (W 7:15-8:05 PM) GRADE: 10

11th Grade Seminar – Looking AheadThe college selection and admissions process can some-times be a stressful and challenging process. Learn how to more effectively organize and participate in this process. Special attention will be paid to factors which Jewish applicants should consider when exploring and evaluat-ing schools. Guest speakers may include college admis-sions officers and students from Hillel. Hear from college students who will share their experiences on campus and answer some of your questions.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (W 7:15-8:05 PM) GRADE: 11

12th Grade Seminar – College BoundWhat does it mean to be a responsible Jew? What are the guiding principles for making responsible choices and taking responsible actions? As you get ready to go off to college, this course will help you clarify your beliefs, exam-ine various social and political perspectives, and explore issues of diversity and choices on the college campus. Stu-dents will participate in dynamic discussions and actual activities that foster responsible citizenship as individuals and members of a local community. This senior seminar will address issues on college campuses and help prepare you for a “response-able” future.

ELECTIVE-STYLE CLASS 1X PER WEEK (W 7:15-8:05 PM) GRADE: 12

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“Yachad is important for our community because it is a place for Jewish teens to gather and learn. Plus, I get to see my youth group and camp friends.”

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Yachad Catalog 2015-2016

YACHAD TUITION Tuition fees are for the full 2015–2016 school year. Teens select courses both in the fall and the spring. Track 1: Seminars and Workshops ($650) Includes unlimited selection of Seminars and Workshops.

Track 2: 10th Grade Confirmation ($750) Includes unlimited selection of Elective-Style Classes, Seminars and Workshops. (Registration for HaZamir with Confirmation requires an additional $150 payment to cover international dues.)Shir Tikvah will continue to maintain their Sunday programming for 9-10th graders at Shir Tikvah during this transition year ($485).

Track 3: Elective-Style Classes ($900) Includes unlimited selection of Elective-Style Classes, and Seminars and Workshops.

Track 4: One College Credit Course ($2200) Includes unlimited selection of Elective-Style Classes, and Seminars and Workshops.

Track 5: More than One College Credit Course ($2700) Includes more than one College Credit Course and unlimited selection of all Elective-Style Classes, and Seminars and Workshops.

Yachad scholarships are available. Please look for scholarship information on the Yachad website with the registration forms, or contact Yachad Director Dana Prottas at 952-491-0720 or dprottas@yachadmn.org.

Register Today!To register online, go to yachadmn.org and click “Register Now”

The Yachad Team is available to assist you at 952-491-0720 or info@yachadmn.org.

Sept. 9 Fall Open House, 6-8:00 PM All parents/guardians & teens invited to attend.

Sept. 16 First night of ClassesSept. 23 Closed (Yom Kippur)Sept. 28 Closed (Sukkot)Oct. 5 Closed (Shemini Atzeret)Oct. 14 Open House/Conferences 6-8:00 PMOct. 18 No Classes; seminars/workshops as

scheduled: Artist Workshop, 1-5:00 PM Ultimate, 6-8:00 Friends ‘N Fun (afternoon hours)

Nov. 25-29 Closed (Thanksgiving Break)Dec. 20 ClosedDec. 21-Jan. 3 Closed (Winter Break)Jan. 4 Classes resumeJan. 18 Closed (Martin Luther King Day)Feb. 14-15 Closed (Presidents’ Day)March 23 Closed (Erev Purim)March 27 Closed (Easter)March 30 Open House/ConferencesApril 24-30 Closed (Passover Break)May 8 Closed (Mother’s Day)May 25 Last day of classes June 1 Siyyum Completion Ceremony, 6:30 PM

June 2016S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4

May 2016S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 2122 23 24 25 26 27 2829 30 31

April 2016S M T W T F S

1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28 29 30

March 2016S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28 29 30 31

February 2016S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 2021 22 23 24 25 26 2728 29

January 2016S M T W T F S

1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28 29 3031

December 2015S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28 29 30 31

November 2015S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 2122 23 24 25 26 27 2829 30

October 2015S M T W T F S

1 2 34 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 1718 19 20 21 22 23 2425 26 27 28 29 30 31

September 2015S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 1920 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28 29 30

Classes are in session on Sundays, Mondays, and WednesdaysParent/Guardian or Family Event

Yachad closed, no classes

Seminars/Workshops only (No elective-style or College Credit Courses)

YACHAD CALENDAR 2015-2016

BETTER TOGETHER — WHY YACHAD?Yachad’s mission is to provide the next generation with the knowledge, connection and confidence to en-gage in Judaism over the course of their lifetimes. We believe our innovative approach will be important as teens transition from high school to college and eventually to independent adulthood. Yachad’s model will recreate and enrich existing educational offerings through:

• Curriculum Variety and OptionsProviding a wide range of subjects and course structures, including offerings for college credit.

• Educational Best PracticesEngaging students using methodologies which both deepen and accelerate learning.

• Smaller Class SizesCombining resources to allow for a smaller student/teacher ratio.

• Community — Everyone’s WelcomeBringing together teens from across Minneapolis to create a new social context.

• Self-Determined Jewish Educational Journeys Empowering teens to be accountable for their own Jewish journeys.

Areyvut — Mitzvah ClowningChidon Ha’Tanach — Bible QuizHaZamir: The International Jewish High School ChoirThe inHEIRitance Project: The Genesis PlaysIsrael Center of the Minneapolis Jewish FederationJewish Community Action (JCA)Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas (JCRC)

Sabes Jewish Community Center (JCC)Jewish Family and Children’s Service (JFCS)National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW)National Council for Jewish Youth (NCSY)Rimon: The Minnesota Jewish Arts CouncilSha’arim: Gateways to LearningUniversity of MN College in the Schools Program (CIS Hebrew)Gratz College

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