Jewish Journey / מסע Masa at BHA

WHAT IS MASA?

Masa (Jewish Journeys) is BHA's Hebrew School, open to children of BHA members entering grades K-7.  

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Sundays 9:30am-12pm Classes for All Students/All Grades

There are typically four classes: K&1, 2&3, 4-6, and the B-Mitzvah Class.  All students join together for tefillah/shira, snack, and special events.

Masa is filled with Joyful Jewish experiences, including song, dance, art, food, field trips, and more!  We utilize the Shalom Learning program, which includes a Values Curriculum and a Hebrew Curriculum. 

The values-based curriculum explores various Jewish values and their relevance in our everyday lives.  Students will learn to use Jewish sources to make responsible decisions and build positive relationships. 

Using the Hebrew curriculum, we will teach your children to read Hebrew, chant prayers, and understand their meaning.  At home, your child (grades 4 and up) will be able to log into the Shalom Learning portal to practice! 

Wednesdays 4:30pm-6pm Leading a Shabbat Service (LASS Class)

This class is open to all Masa students in grades 5 & up, and required for B-Mitzvah students celebrating in the next 12-18 months.

Fridays, Monthly 4pm-5:30pm Masa Meet-Ups

Open to all Masa students/all grades.  Join your friends and classmates one Friday per month.  Meet-Ups are social events with a Jewish theme, usually involving a craft or food-making activity.

Masa Meet-Ups are followed by a Luke-led Mini Minyan, which begins at 5:30pm. Families are welcome to join us at this time!  We also hope you'll stay for Shabbat potluck dinner at 6pm!

(Non-Masa student guests can participate in Meet-Ups with advanced notice - everyone is welcome for Mini-Minyan and dinner!)

Registration Opens June 1, 2025

Parents registering for Masa after August 1, 2025 will be charged a late fee of $100.

Registration CLOSES September 1, 2025 

Please do not delay!

MASA TUITION & REGISTRATION

Masa tuition will be $936 per student.  This is less than $36 per week, and less than $15 per hour!  Your tuition covers class time, snacks, Masa Meet-Ups and other special programs.  To register for Masa K-6, visit here.

The additional B-Mitzvah year fee for 7th graders is $1000 per student. To register for Masa B-Mitzvah, visit here. 

Proof of childhood vaccinations is required to enroll in Masa. For more on our vaccination policy visit here.

THE TEAM

Celia Baczkowski, our Education Director will be leading the Masa program.  Celia has been a member of the BHA community for over fifteen years, and served on the Board for ten.  She has been a Jewish summer camp professional for over 25 years and has extensive experience in administration, program and event planning, staff training and supervision.  Occasionally she works as a substitute teacher in Cold Spring, and has a NYS TA certification. 

Celia is joined by Masa teachers Dalia Kropf, Debbie Broshi, and Deana Morenoff.  (More to come!) 

Rabbi Justin leads the B-Mitzvah class on Sundays, and the LASS Class on Wednesdays! 

Luke Wygodny, the BHA Music Director, will join in on select Sundays.

MASA CALENDAR

The full Masa schedule will be available in the summer of 2025.

B-MITZVAH PROGRAM

If your child is having their b-mitzvah in the next 12-18 months, please fill out the 2024-25 MASA B-Mitzvah Registration.

The non-refundable BHA B-Mitzvah fee of $1,000 covers a combination of group prayer classes, private tutoring, coaching with our rabbi and rehearsals.  We will work with your child to be sure that they are ready to lead BHA in prayer on their special day.  For more information about our B-mitzvah program for students in 7th grade, please contact Celia: celia@beaconhebrewalliance.org.

QUESTIONS?

If you have questions about the program or enrollment, please contact Celia:  celia@beaconhebrewalliance.org

Registration Opens June 1, 2025

Parents registering for Masa after August 1, 2025 will be charged a late fee of $100.

Registration CLOSES September 1, 2025

Please do not delay!