Congregation Rodef Shalom

Contact Information:

Cate Sawyer, Synagogue programs
cate.swayer@rodef-shalom.org

Anita Hill, ECE programs
anita.hill@rodef-shalom.org

303.399.0035
303.256.1061

450 S. Kearney St.
Denver, CO 80224

"Where every member counts and every voice is heard."

Congregation Rodef Shalom, a participatory and egalitarian Conservative synagogue located in the heart of Denver's East Side Jewish community, envisions itself as an extended Jewish Mishpucha (family) caring for all its members.

Our sages teach us that Judaism is sustained by three things: by Torah (study), by Avodah (worship) and by Gimilut Chasedeem (acts of loving kindness). The Rodef Shalom family follows this teaching by serving the spiritual, educational and social needs of its members and by so doing promotes the highest ideals of Conservative Judaism.

The synagogue offers education programs and worship services for all ages from preschool through seniors. Our spiritual leaders, Rabbi Bernard Gerson and Cantor Saul Rosenthal, have more than 32 years of combined service to the membership.

A new scholarship fund at the Allied Jewish Federation of Colorado offers scholarships to any Jewish early childhood education center in Denver or Boulder, including ours. Learn more about the fund.

Camps

Try out a camp for preschoolers for free. A MazelTot discount covers 100% of camp tuition, up to a maximum of $250.

Summer Camp

Summer Camp

Session 1 (June 1- July 8) Growing and Cooking

Join us as we learn about different plants and how they grow! We'll be planting a large variety of seeds and exploring the many ways to cook and eat them!

Hip Hip Hooray for the USA

Flags, red, white,& blue, and BBQ’S! Let’s celebrate the 4^th of July!

Session 2 (July11- August 10) Island Vacation

We’re off to the islands where we will be met with leis, bask in the sun and experience exotic animals, foods, and music!

For more information please call the preschool at 303-256-1061

Discount is good for one free week of tuition.

Rates per session (4.5 weeks): 2 days a week; 9-12:30 is $282, 9-3 is $430 and 7-6 is $573

3 days a week; 9-12:30 is $421, 9-3 is $666 and 7-6 is $867

5 days a week; 9-12:30 is $694, 9-3 is $1076 and 7-6 is $1373

Winter Camp at Rodef

Rodef Shalom ECEC will be hosting winter camp December 19^th to 23^rd, and December 27^th to 30^th. Our theme this year is “Keeping Warm in Winter Habitats”. We will learn what animals do during chilly winter days, read winter stories, and enjoy a visit to the zoo! Hours will be from 9:00 – 12:30 or 9:00 – 3:00. For more information please call 303-256-1061.

Cost is $177 for the four day (9:00-3:00) week and $205 for the five day (9:00-3:00) week. We also have rates for individual days and 9:00-12:30 schedules. Please call us for those rates. Payment in full is required at time of registration. Registration is due by 12/09/2011.

Classes

Take a free class. A MazelTot discount covers 100% of class tuition for a child under age five with or without their parent(s), up to a maximum of $100.

Shabbat School

Shabbat School offers a warm, caring environment where every child can learn his/her Judaic subjects using innovative, interesting and interactive techniques. The Shabbat School meets on the first and third Shabbat of each month as well as on the second Friday night for a family Kabbalat Shabbat Service. Each class, from Pre-kindergarten to fifth grade is a laboratory where the students learn-age appropriate basic prayers. The youngest students will learn the letters of the Aleph-Bet and words beginning with each letter. Kindergarten involves playtime, stories and a Shabbat service. Snacks are offered in all classes and this too is a learning experience. Simple brachot, the entire birkat hamazon and many z'mirot are part of every Saturday morning and Shabbat ending service. $300 annual tuition. For more information visit www.rodef-shalom.org. To sign up, call 303-399-0035.

Independent Celebrations

Have a Jewish educator, rabbi or ritual leader create a unique Jewish experience for your family. A MazelTot discount covers 100% of the cost, up to a maximum of $250.

Baby Naming

Inspirational baby naming ceremonies are available during Shabbat morning services. Rabbi Gerson honors the parents by having them come to the Torah with the baby as the naming takes place. For more information or to plan an event call Rabbi Gerson at 303-399-0035.

Free

Brit Milah

The Brit Milah ceremony is considered the sign of a new-born child's entry into the Jewish tradition. The Brit Milah of a healthy baby boy is always done on the 8th day. The family will coordinate this special occasion with the Rabbi and the Mohel to make it a spiritually meaningful event. The Brit may be performed in the Synagogue or at home. For more information contact Rabbi Gerson at 303-399-0035.

Free

Preschool

Receive one free month of preschool tuition, applied over 9 or 12 months. A MazelTot discount covers one free month of tuition for one student, up to a maximum of $500. This discount can only be used by families new to Jewish preschool in Greater Denver and Boulder.

Preschool for 18 Month Olds

Rodef Shalom Preschool was established and licensed by the State of Colorado in 2001. In our safe, child-centered, nurturing, Jewish environment, our curriculum emphasizes the whole child in areas of development: social, emotional, physical, cognitive and Judaic. Our school and our classes are small in order to ensure optimal learning experiences for each child. Through exploration and play, our nurturing and experienced staff encourage and provide children the opportunity to thrive and grow, to have fun and enjoy, while developing curiosity and a love of learning. With our youngest group we focus on socialization, verbal skills, self-help skills, and successful separation. Rodef Shalom is committed to providing a high quality early childhood program so that each child may develop to his or her fullest potential.

For enrollment information call the preschool at 303-256-1061 or visit our website at http://www.rodef-shalom.org/preschool.html.

Monday - Friday Morning Classes; 9am - 12:30pm, $582 per month

Monday - Friday Extended Day; 9am - 3pm, $901 per month

Monday - Friday Full Days; 7am - 6pm (4pm on Fridays), $1,151 per month

Tuesday/Thursday Morning Classes; 9am - 12:30pm, $236 per month

Tuesday/Thursday Extended Days; 9am - 3pm, $360 per month

Tuesday/Thursday Full Days; 7am - 6pm, $480 per month

Preschool for 2 Year Olds

Rodef Shalom Preschool was established and licensed by the State of Colorado in 2001. In our safe, child-centered, nurturing, Jewish environment, our curriculum emphasizes the whole child in areas of development: social, emotional, physical, cognitive and Judaic. Our school and our classes are small in order to ensure optimal learning experiences for each child. Through exploration and play, our nurturing and experienced staff encourage and provide children the opportunity to thrive and grow, to have fun and enjoy, while developing curiosity and a love of learning. Our two year old program encourages interactive play, increased independence, and language development. Rodef Shalom is committed to providing a high quality early childhood program so that each child may develop to his or her fullest potential.

For enrollment information please call the preschool at 303-256-1061 or visit or website at http://www.rodef-shalom.org/preschool.html.

Monday - Friday Morning Classes; 9am - 12:30pm, $582 per month

Monday - Friday Extended Day; 9am - 3pm, $901 per month

Monday - Friday Full Days; 7am - 6pm (4pm on Fridays), $1,151 per month

Tuesday/Thursday Morning Classes; 9am - 12:30pm, $236 per month

Tuesday/Thursday Extended Days; 9am - 3pm, $360 per month

Tuesday/Thursday Full Days; 7am - 6pm, $480 per month

Preschool for 3 Year Olds

Rodef Shalom Preschool was established and licensed by the State of Colorado in 2001. In our safe, child-centered, nurturing, Jewish environment, our curriculum emphasizes the whole child in areas of development: social, emotional, physical, cognitive and Judaic. Our school and our classes are small in order to ensure optimal learning experiences for each child. Through exploration and play, our nurturing and experienced staff encourage and provide children the opportunity to thrive and grow, to have fun and enjoy, while developing curiosity and a love of learning. The teachers in our three year old room encourage children to refine their social skills, further develop their fine and gross motor skills, and introduce reading and writing. Rodef Shalom is committed to providing a high quality early childhood program so that each child may develop to his or her fullest potential.

For enrollment information please call the preschool at 303-256-1061 or visit our website at http://www.rodef-shalom.org/preschool.html.

Monday - Friday Morning Classes; 9am - 12:30pm, $582 per month

Monday - Friday Extended Day; 9am - 3pm, $901 per month

Monday - Friday Full Days; 7am - 6pm (4pm on Fridays), $1,151 per month

Tuesday/Thursday Morning Classes; 9am - 12:30pm, $236 per month

Tuesday/Thursday Extended Days; 9am - 3pm, $360 per month

Tuesday/Thursday Full Days; 7am - 6pm, $480 per month

Preschool for 4 Year Olds (Pre-K)

Rodef Shalom Preschool was established and licensed by the State of Colorado in 2001. In our safe, child-centered, nurturing, Jewish environment, our curriculum emphasizes the whole child in areas of development: social, emotional, physical, cognitive and Judaic. Our school and our classes are small in order to ensure optimal learning experiences for each child. Through exploration and play, our nurturing and experienced staff encourage and provide children the opportunity to thrive and grow, to have fun and enjoy, while developing curiosity and a love of learning.Our Pre-Kindergarten class prepares the children for a successful transition into kindergarten. Children develop their skills in math, reading, and writing while increasing their confidence and independence. Rodef Shalom is committed to providing a high quality early childhood program so that each child may develop to his or her fullest potential.

For enrollment information please call the preschool at 303-256-1061 or visit or website at http://www.rodef-shalom.org/preschool.html.

Monday - Friday Morning Classes; 9am - 12:30pm, $582 per month

Monday - Friday Extended Day; 9am - 3pm, $901 per month

Monday - Friday Full Days; 7am - 6pm (4pm on Fridays), $1,151 per month