Core Values
At Torah Academy, we strive to instill in each child a love of Judaism, and an understanding that God cares for them as individuals. Our students learn to connect our rich past with 21st century living in an education that touches the heart as well as the mind. Students leave school capable of studying Jewish texts directly from the sources.
What is inspired Jewish living?
100.1
What is the temperature at which my child needs to stay home?
8:15
What is the earliest time I can drop off my child at school?
We believe that a child’s development is best promoted through a partnership between home and school. Accordingly, parents are encouraged to visit Torah Academy anytime during regular hours of operation as long as your child is enrolled.
What is the open door policy?
People may NOT leave this in the circle drive as this holds up traffic. If you need to go into the building even for a short time, please find an available parking spot.
What is a car?
We believe education is more than imparting knowledge. Learning is a holistic experience that maximizes each child’s intellectual, social, emotional, and artistic capabilities. Our low student to teacher ratio allows our teachers to fully understand each student and nurture each one to reach their individual potential.
What is educating the whole child?
Original medicine container and current date; Doctor's note with the name, form (liquid, pill, etc.) dosage, frequency, route, and time of dose.
What do I need for my child to receive medication at school?
4:15
What is the latest I can pick up my child from school?
The people who need to be informed of any changes occurring in your household such as trips, visitors, and schedule variations that tend to impact learning and behavior.
Who are my child's teachers and administrators?
Matters that should not be discussed publicly and/or with teachers/staff at social events.
What is confidential?
We ensure that every child learns in the way that promotes individual success. Our progressive multisensory lessons are driven by student interest which improves both engagement and retention.
What is child-centered learning?
Shoes that cannot be worn in school as they prohibit students from being able to play safely.
What are sandals and crocs (original)?
24 hours
What is the amount of time my child needs to stay out of school after having fever, diarrhea, or vomiting without medication such as a tylenol or imodium?
Students may NOT be dropped off to school without this.
What is lunch, snacks, water/cup?
This can make your child's transition easy and eliminate feelings of anxiety as well as positively impact their entire day.
What is coming on time to school?
We prepare our students to be exemplary world citizens by infusing academic lessons with moral development. A strong focus is placed on building middot tovot (good character) and derech eretz (respect). School-wide programs, and our social emotional curriculum- ‘PROJECT TEAM’ promote collaboration amongst students and stress the importance of communal responsibility.
What is instilling values?
This is crucial so that and difficulties are addressed quickly and students do not miss out on any learning opportunities.
What is communication with the teachers?
This is how long it takes our entire school to evacuate the building.
What is under 60 seconds?
A beautiful, state of the art building that students need to maintain the proper respect for and if damaged, defaced, or lost, must be replaced by those responsible.
What is Torah Academy property?
This daily item must be labeled with your child's full name in JPOA.
What is a snack?
We provide a warm and safe environment, where children are treated with love and respect. Our diverse student population is a snapshot of the broad Jewish community. Our students learn from an early age to appreciate Jews across a wide spectrum in a celebration of our similarities being stronger than our differences. Our school community reaches parents as well as children.
What is the Slater Torah Academy family?
We keep this locked to ensure the maximum safety of all of our students.
What is the door to the educational wing?
The latest time I can drop off my JPOA child.
What is 10:00 am?
This provides an important example for your child and lets them know that you value their education.
What is parent involvement?
Email to set up a meeting time with a teacher or administrator.
What should I do if I have a question or concern?