April 2026
Dora-Ann Cohen Ellison

More than just a school, Temple Anshe Sholom’s Jewish Learning Program is a gathering place for families, parents and children to make lasting Jewish connections! With 76 students and growing, our program continues to nurture bonds among participants and deepen their ties to Jewish life.

This winter, our students explored the value of achrayut (responsibility) and tzedakah as we learned about planned giving, HJFS, Hamilton Jewish Federation and JNF. Our teens joined BBYO and other organizations to participate in a successful Tu B’Shevat telethon, raising funds for Friends of JNF projects in Israel. 

Students also explored the value of hakarat hatov (gratitude), in connection to the mitzvot of Purim, and created matanot la-evyonim (gifts for people in need). When we reflect on all we are grateful for, we also take time to notice how we can help others with the blessings we are given. 

This spring, our students will continue discovering the power of giving back when, on May 3, our junior and senior youth groups join BBYO for JServe — a day dedicated to volunteering and making a meaningful impact in the community.
This winter, we gathered for a family Shabbat skate on the Churchill rink. We are planning a full-day Shabbaton on Saturday May 2, with special visitors, family challenges, study and fun! Please watch our Instagram page for registration information in late March. Tot-Shabbat, for ages one through four and a caregiver, continues to gather weekly on Saturday from 11 a.m. to noon. 

The last day of our school and Shabbat programming is Saturday, May 30 and we wrap up our year with bowling on Wednesday,  June 3. Our family programs for children from JK through Grade 10 are open to all in our Jewish community! 

Our Jewish Learning Program takes place Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. and Saturday at 9:15 a.m. September 2026 student pre-registration is being accepted now. Please email [email protected] for more information.