Curriculum Overview
Chumash
Chumash at Bruriah Middle School cultivates a deep love of learning Torah as a Toras Chaim that informs behavior and inspires thought. Students develop the textual and analytical skills in passukim and meforshim that will enable them to become lifelong learners.
Navi
Navi at Bruriah Middle School is framed within the context of נבואה שהוצרכה לדורות, that the students can find meaning and personal relevance within timeless lessons of the Navi. Students learn to analyze passukim and meforshim, understanding the stylistic nuances of Navi, as well as glean new insights and inspiration for growth.
Halacha
Halacha at Bruriah Middle School focuses on building a strong foundation in practical Halacha, emphasizing knowledge and understanding of daily mitzvos and halachic decision-making. Students learn sources from the Torah, Mishnah, Gemara, and Shulchan Aruch, gaining both knowledge and an appreciation for how halacha guides everyday life.
Tefillah
Tefillah at Bruriah Middle School nurtures students’ innate spirituality and connection to Hashem by finding meaning within the tefillos, discovering personal relevance, and tapping into the power of prayer. Through engaging discussions, projects, and activities, students unpack the purpose of Tefillah as well as gain a practical understanding of the various tefillos.
Yediyos Klaliyos
Yediyos Klaliyos at Bruriah Middle School is designed to strengthen students’ core knowledge of foundational Torah concepts, important figures, dates, and Jewish practices. Through engaging review and reinforcement, students build a strong base of general Torah knowledge that supports their learning across all subjects and fosters a connection to the mesorah.
Ivrit
Aligned with best practices of foreign language instruction, the Ivrit program at Bruriah Middle School is designed to improve students’ functional communication in Ivrit in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Stories, songs, games, projects, and conversations form the bedrock of classroom instruction.
Parsha
Weekly Parsha classes engage students in thoughtful exploration of the Parshas HaShavuah through interactive discussions, textual analysis, and personal reflections.
Math
Bruriah Middle School’s Math program incorporates an engaging, problem-based curriculum designed to build rigor and critical thinking skills necessary for advanced math in high school and beyond. Students are pre-assessed to determine what topics and type of instruction would best suit their needs and enable them to develop the skills and love for learning math.
Science
Science at Bruriah Middle School nurtures students’ innate curiosity and love of learning. Through Bruriah’s inquiry-based approach involving projects, experiments, and problem-solving, students learn to connect scientific principles to everyday life, preparing them for future challenges. Areas of focus include: the Earth’s structure, systems, and environment; cell biology and genetics; the human body; and chemistry.
History
History at Bruriah Middle School enables students to gain a deeper understanding of the impact that events of the past have on us today. Students explore world history and American history and go beyond memorizing dates and facts. They analyze primary sources, evaluate the validity of historical perspectives and arguments, support claims with logical reasoning, learn note-taking strategies, develop independent research skills, and participate in dynamic and thought-provoking discussions through an inquiry-based approach to learning.
English Language Arts
English Language Arts at Bruriah Middle School cultivates within students first and foremost a love and joy for reading and writing. Students understand that literature incorporates ideas and themes that have real-world applications, and they learn to analyze texts, draw inferences, develop and express their own ideas in both the written and spoken word, as well as build connections.
Intro to Engineering
Bruriah Middle School’s robust STEM program includes an introduction to engineering course in all three grades to nurture student interest in STEM and expose them to the fundamentals of engineering through hands-on learning. Students work collaboratively on technology projects and experiments designed to promote inquiry and curiosity as well as connection to everyday life.
Electives - Art, Yoga, Physical Education, Dance
The electives program at Bruriah Middle School provides students with a well-balanced educational experience that includes art, yoga, and physical education. Students explore their interests and passions through healthy mindfulness and
Co-Curricular Education
Bruriah Middle School emphasizes the importance of co-curricular educational activities that are designed to enhance the learning experience and promote growth and development across various domains. Through cross-curricular STEM Fairs, Presidential Banquets, chesed activities, and trips to Philadelphia, Washington, and the Lower East Side, our students learn that learning does not only take place within the four walls of the classroom. They learn to be independent thinkers who trust one another, advocate for themselves and others, and build a positive environment of kindness, empathy, and sensitivity to others.