• Classes are open to all Jewish high school students (grades 9-12).*
• There are two sessions during the year. Each session meets once a week for five weeks.
• Classes are on Sundays from 12:20-1:10 p.m. and 1:10-2:00 p.m. Lunch is available at noon. 
• Students should plan to attend all classes within a session, selecting one class from Perek Alef and one class from Perek Bet. 
• We try not to limit numbers, but some classes are filled on a first-come-first-served basis. Get your requests in early!
• Students who work as madrikhim in our religious school must attend both sessions of high school.
• Cost is $72 per session for Beth Meyer members/ $90 for non-members. 

* 8th grade students are invited to attend the Spring session of high school classes

Fall Session Classes
Oct. 26, Nov. 2, Nov. 9, Nov. 16, Nov. 23

Perek Alef (12:20-1:10 p.m.)
Amazing Jewish Women You've Never Heard Of
Uncover the untold stories of remarkable Jewish women who shaped history, culture, science, and social justice - yet remain largely unknown. This class shines a spotlight on trailblazers whose contributions deserve recognition, challenging the mainstream narrative and expanding our understanding of Jewish and women's history. Taught by Deborah Goldstein.

Famous Jewish Artists
Chagall, Pissarro, Modigliani - what do these artists have in common? They were Jewish! We'll learn about a few Jewish artists, their history, influences, and style, and then get our creative juices flowing to create our own art inspired by those styles. Taught by Shoshi Braman.

Perek Bet (1:10-2:00 p.m.)
No Easy Answers in Bioethics
Cloning, family planning, organ donation, end of life decisions, and vaccines... As modern science offers solutions to current problems and new possibilities, it sometimes creates new moral and ethical dilemmas. What unique resources do we as Jews have to guide us as we make critical medical decisions for ourselves and others? Taught by Jim Doerfler.

Judaism - An Environmental Tradition
Explore the deep-rooted connections between Judaism and environmental ethics through ancient texts, traditions, and modern interpretations. This class examines how Jewish teachings promote sustainability, stewardship, and a sacred relationship with the Earth - offering timeless insights for today's ecological challenges. Taught by Cathy Kaplan.

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Students should plan to attend all classes within in a session, selecting one class below from Perek Alef and one class from Perek Bet.