SPOTLIGHT ON ACCOMPLISHMENT

In Chovos Halevavos, we learn Shaar Habitachon, uncovering strategies to develop ourselves in bitachon, as a guidepost for our daily lives.

Students study Chumash in depth with Rashi and other traditional meforshim, with emphasis on Jewish values for life.

The Midrash Mishlei on Eishes Chayil identifies different women through each of the pesukim. Each of these personalities is brought to life through their sources in Tanach and Midrash, and serve as role models for our students.

In today’s age of technology, our students are faced with a new array of challenges. This course gives them a better understanding of dangers and pitfalls, the social impact and the tools to overcome these hurdles and to make the correct decisions al pi Torah.

The study of the weekly Haftorah includes delving into key meforshim to understand the portion and see its connection to the parshah read that week. Emphasis is placed on gaining hashkafic insights and using them in real life situations.

We focus on the obligations of women, tefillah, Shabbos, and the basic halachos for the Jewish woman and the Jewish home. We discuss halachos pertaining to monetary topics and the workforce. Daily learning of Shmiras Halashon impresses upon the students the power of speech.

Hashkafah courses are based on the Jewish calendar and key Jewish concepts. We impart knowledge and ethical understanding to our students, encouraging them in their personal and spiritual growth and helping them make good choices. We emphasize using Torah as a guide for life and for leading their homes accordingly.

Our Jewish History course covers a period of almost 5,700 years. We learn about events from a Jewish perspective, such as gaining insight into Divine Providence (Hashgachah Pratis) for the Jewish nation. The Holocaust course goes beyond factual history, emphasizing the dedication and moral strength of Jews throughout the generations.

Our study of the Sefer Kuzari with meforshim covers the fundamentals of our emunah. We give our students strong support in their search for the right path in life.

We study Megillas Esther and Megillas Rus with Rashi, based on students’ preparation. Further development with meforshim and midrashim extract lessons to help guide us in everyday life.

We gain insights from the wisdom of Shlomo Hamelech contained in Mishlei and Koheles. These lessons provide us with the proper perspective to face daily challenges and strive for a more elevated and focused life.

We learn the weekly parshah with Rashi, based on students’ preparation. A concept or topic is explored in depth, providing valuable lessons for our day-to-day lives.

Through the lessons of Pirkei Avos, students absorb the teachings of our Sages and are able to apply these lessons in daily life, becoming better people with better middos (character traits).

In our Tefillah course, we learn the translation and explore the deeper meaning of our tefillos. Our goal is for every girl to consider tefillah a privilege and to know that she can turn to Hashem at any time.

In our Tehillim classes we study together several chapters in depth. We aim to give the girls a lasting appreciation of the beauty of Torah, avodah, and gemillas chassadim, as expressed in the words of Dovid Hamelech.

In Tzohar, we learn about the depth and beauty of the mitzvah of tznius. The girls study the applicable halachos and gain an appreciation of the value of their inner selves.

Orthography, Punctuation, Dictionary and Thesaurus use, Oral and Written Communication

Data Management, Data Security, Data Protection, Copyright, Virus Protection, Web Browsing

Word Processing, PowerPoint Presentation, Online Essentials, Information Collaboration

Introduction to Bookkeeping, Commercial Arithmetic, Calculation Scheme, Foreign Currencies, Depreciation, VAT

Enterprise Models, Company Concepts and Strategies, Business Cycles, Marketing, Economic Policy, Globalization, Organization Structure, Insurance, Foundation of Business Law, Contract Theory

Office Etiquette, Event Management, Presentation Skills

Corporate Policy and Management, Quality Control, Economics, Business cycles, Supply and Demand, Commercial Law

Basic concepts of Accounting, Cost Accounting, Investment Calculation, Budgeting

Corporate and Personnel Policy, Performance and Wages, Motivation, Leadership Techniques

Basics of Process Management, Process Flow Analysis, Optimization, Change Management

Basics of Project Management, Project Organization, Project Phases, Actualization

Basic concepts of Marketing, Marketing-Mix, Market Research, Sales Processes, and Planning

Means of Communication, Sales and Negotiation Skills, Conference Skills, Presentation Skills, Communication Skills, Complaint Handling

Basics of Architectural Contractors, Construction Cost Plan

Management and Maintenance of rental properties, Marketing, Setting Rent, Social Competence in dealing with clients and tenants

Tenant Law, Property Law, Debt Collection, Bankruptcy Law, Private and Commercial Property Rental Law

Accounting specialized for property management, Computerized Bookkeeping (ABACUS)

In-depth coverage of Piaget’s cognitive development theory. The girls learn to recognize areas in need of enhancement and how to help the children develop through different approaches.

Students learn and practice the tools of setting up and running a successful classroom.

Students learn to set short-term and long-term goals, and how to keep their students captivated.

Students gain insights into the different methods one can use in transmitting material.

Students observe experienced teachers and prepare individual model lessons. This enables the girls to apply their knowledge practically.

In our English classes, we prepare for the First Certificate of English (FCE) or the Cambridge Advanced Examination (CAE). The English Composition course trains students to write coherently and effectively, using appropriate grammar and syntax. Emphasis on academic writing: descriptive, narrative, illustrative, comparative, argumentative, and research writing. This course awards credits toward a B.A. college degree.

Additionally, each girl reads three books, one each in fiction, non-fiction, and a biography. She writes a book report on each one, analyzing it thoroughly.

Students gain competence in oral and written Hebrew, listening comprehension, and textual analysis. They learn to express themselves in grammatically correct syntax. Students can attain college level B.A. credits through an external language examination.

Students gain expertise in written and oral German. Focus is placed on grammar, orthography, vocabulary, and stylistic expression. Students can attain college level B.A. credits through an external language examination.

In computer science, students in their Junior year complete the European Computer Driving License (ECDL), covering computer theory, databases, and information and communication. In their Senior year, in the ECDL Advanced course, the students learn word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation at an advanced level. The students independently create a computerized business solution.

Students learn Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Photoshop is a photo editing program, Illustrator is a program for creating drawings and illustrations, and InDesign is a program for creating flyers, brochures, newspapers, and books.

Mathematics classes cover a large range of college-level math and algebra topics including: sets, equation solving, exponents and radicals, graphs, functions,  basic statistics, geometry, and logic. These Mathematics courses award credits toward a B.A. college degree.