Welcome to Preschool

We warmly welcome each young child to their first formal school experience. We emphasize sharing, caring and encourage compassion for others. Middot/values lessons are our highest priority and are incorporated into every aspect of our rich and enjoyable academic program.

Our nurturing and supportive environment gives each child an active role in exploring, discovering and learning the skills that foster their social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. It is our hope that the children will develop positive self-esteem and the confidence to make a difference in our community and world.

Our dual Judaic and general studies curriculum introduces tefillah (prayer), parsha (weekly Torah portion), brachot (blessings), chagim (Jewish and secular holidays), seasons, community helpers, nutrition, safety, science and early math concepts such as shapes, sorting, patterning and counting. In addition, our “Handwriting without Tears” writing curriculum for our Pre-K students provides tools, workbooks and materials to help implement a strong introduction to writing. Our print-rich environment reinforces our well-rounded and balanced literacy program. Specials such as art, music, gym and Ivrit round out full days for our students.

Our warm and engaged teachers encourage critical thinking skills, teach problem solving and build self esteem. Jewish identity and the love for Israel are at the core of our program, creating a strong positive commitment to Yiddishkeit. To learn more about registering your child, click here or contact Sharon Butler, Admissions Director, at 5630 or butlers@mjbha.org or me.

We look forward to welcoming your child into our rich and engaging preschool.

Warmly,

Rebecca Gautieri

Preschool Director

gautierir@mjbha.org

301-962-9400, x5129