Support/Enrichment

At Yavneh, we take pride in cultivating curious, life-long learners. We are proud of our exceptional ability to recognize students’ multi-dimensional profiles as we incorporate innovative methodology that motivates each learner.  We achieve this by fostering a warm setting, which supports and enriches an array of learning experiences. Our commitment to appropriately tailoring instruction for each and every student, ensures that they can thrive in all areas, and at any entry point.  Our teachers leverage cutting-edge technology, data-driven insights and a variety of modalities to coordinate optimal support for each learner.

EARLY CHILDHOOD

In Early Childhood, we seek to guide students as they begin to build and develop social, academic, and emotional skills. We view these as parts of a whole—a cohesive journey. In early childhood, students’ social and emotional skills are nurtured as they build relationships and learn to navigate different perspectives through play. Small group learning and explicit instruction further support targeted skill development across all areas.

Fostering enthusiasm for  both English and Ivrit literacy is a foundation of our curriculum, and we are committed to meeting each child at their individual level to help them achieve their own unique potential. Classes are divided into small groups so each child can benefit from appropriately leveled activities and be  monitored for growth.  

INCLUSION

In second through eighth grade, we have an inclusion program which is incorporated into one class per grade.  This is a cornerstone of our school, and reflects our genuine commitment to meet the needs of every child. The program is based inside a mainstream classroom with both a general education and a special education teacher in the class throughout the day. Our goal is to offer meaningful support to these children in an organic way. A special education teacher facilitates the students’ abilities to maximize their learning, access the curriculum, gain student skills, and reach their potential inside the classroom. All students in the class are enriched by this experience, and we take tremendous  pride in our graduates from this support program who have gone onto mainstream high schools on the foundation of essential skills attained from their time in Yavneh’s inclusion program.

LOWER SCHOOL

At Yavneh, we recognize that every student approaches learning in unique ways, and our exemplary team of classroom teachers, learning specialists, and administrators support all students in reaching their potential.

We closely assess students’ academic progress, skills, and learning styles as support and enrichment services are seamlessly integrated throughout the school day. Through flexible small-group instruction, students are educated in a way that supports and appropriately challenges them. Learning specialists provide diagnostic-based instruction in reading, math, Hebrew language, Hebrew reading, and Chumash. Within the classrooms, teachers recognize the value of incorporating a variety of modalities to reach each learner, and differentiate instruction to help all students reach their potential. This includes enrichment opportunities designed to promote critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills through both individualized instruction and small group formats. We champion our students in exploring individual areas of interest to supplement the academic curriculum, including STEM, art, chess, Talmud, and more.  

YAVNEH SCHOLARS PROGRAM

Yavneh’s Scholars Program is a unique, small-group learning opportunity for students with highly advanced academic and creative abilities to engage with grade-level content in more challenging and complex ways. YSP students investigate classroom topics of study through independent research, group analysis, and authentic projects.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL

Middle school is a pivotal time of growth and transition, when students begin to form their identities and take on greater responsibility. Our students are guided by values from the Torah as they develop character, respect, and a commitment to lifelong learning. We offer outstanding services to help support students' academic, social- emotional and spiritual growth in Yavneh’s Middle School. Our middle school teachers have a keen understanding that students learn on different levels and have different areas of strength and weakness. This is evident through the creation of multilevel assignments and assessments based on the abilities and/or interests of students. Weekly support is also provided in reading comprehension, writing, and math, depending on the needs of the students. Our students are eager to meet with the Learning Center teachers who help them progress and give them greater confidence in the whole class setting. Daily support in Chumash, Ivrit, and math is also provided for students who need further levels of assistance.

Outside the classroom, students benefit from innovative and unique organization and study support groups. This has helped many children approach the new challenges of middle school and has given them the fundamental building blocks of how to be a successful student.

Our Middle School offers a wide range of enrichment opportunities that allow students to explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and deepen their learning. Academic programs, a wide range of electives, leadership opportunities and character development initiatives are woven throughout the middle school experience. Advisory programs and grade-level curricula support social-emotional development, and students regularly take part in activities promoting kindness, Holocaust education, Israel advocacy, and community building. Our goal and commitment is to make sure our students are constantly growing to achieve their individual best in academics, middot, and character.

If you have more questions, please contact Mrs. Ariella Kranczer at [email protected]