William S Malev Schools for Religious Studies of Congregation Beth Yeshurun

04/28/2026

Dear Friends,


We’re reaching out to parents and grandparents across Greater Houston to ask for your help.


The Jewish Federation of Greater Houston is launching a short survey to better understand how families are prioritizing Jewish experiences for the next generation—and what barriers may be getting in the way. Your perspective will help guide important community conversations and future planning.

If you are a parent or grandparent of children in our community, we invite you to take a few minutes to share your voice. It only takes 5 minutes to complete, and we are aiming to hear from at least 300 respondents. Every response makes a meaningful difference.


The survey is brief and designed to be easy to complete. All survey responses are anonymous. The survey will only be open until Friday, May 1 so please respond quickly.

Thank you for helping us strengthen Jewish life in Houston—together.

Take the Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W6JQBDT

04/22/2026

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04/20/2026

Another successful ISRAEL-A-PALOOZA this morning! Many thanks to our staff and madrichim who helped make it a success! More pictures to be posted later this week!

03/20/2026

Passover is coming 😮 and MyShabbat is ready for it! Join us this Saturday, March 21 for seder plate races, artisanal dessert matzah, and Shabbat morning fun with Rabbi Fort and Cantorial Apprentice Kathleen Holder. For 2nd–6th graders and their grownups — and the more often you come, the bigger your prize!

03/13/2026

What can you as a parent do to ensure your child will thrive despite life’s challenges?
Fortunately, there are evidence-based strategies you can implement to foster strength and resilience in your child.

The Wellness Institute is bringing you a free training with a leading authority on this subject.

The Resilient Child: Practical Strategies to Help Your Child Bounce Back and Thrive
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
7:00 PM–8:30 PM CST.
Live on Zoom—recording will be provided to all registrants.

Dr. Keneth Ginsburg, an internationally recognized expert in adolescent medicine and resilience, will break down the 7 Cs of Resilience: competence, confidence, connection, character, contribution, coping, and control—and show you simple ways to build those qualities in your child.

Sign up today to equip your child with the skills they need to succeed in life.
Register: The Resilient Child https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-resilient-child-tickets-1964558972772?discount=HOUSTON

Use PROMO code HOUSTON

03/05/2026

Passover prep has been in full swing at Religious School! Last night our 4th graders practiced singing "Kadesh, urchatz..." the order of the Passover seder, with piano accompaniment from Cantor Laurie Bonn.
We look forward to hearing your children sing "Mah Nishtana / The Four Questions" and many other traditional melodies at our Model Seder on March 29th.

02/27/2026

🎸 Like, totally radical news! Our Purim Carnival is going back to the '80s! 🎸
Break out the scrunchies, neon, and Members Only jackets—Totally Rad '80s Purim is coming Sunday, March 1st!
Purim Shpiel: 10:00 AM
Carnival: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Come dressed in your best '80s attire OR as your favorite Purim hero or villain for an afternoon packed with:
✨ Our beloved Purim Shpiel
🎢 Outdoor carnival with rides—yes, including a ROLLER COASTER!
🎯 Carnival games galore
🍪 Full menu including hamantaschen
🎪 Sensory-sensitive carnival area
👶 Toddler carnival area

FREE admission and FREE rides! Thank you to the Rabbi's Circle, Etz Chaim, and President's Circle for making this possible. Food purchased separately.

Registration required for admission wristbands: bethyeshurun.org/event/PurimCarnival2026

Want to volunteer? Earn a $10 food card! 8th grade+ eligible for community service hours. Sign up on Carnival Webpage.

Don't stop believin'—this Purim is gonna be epic! 🎉

02/23/2026

We loved hosting 7th graders from the Miriam Browning Jewish Learning Center and Congregation Brith Shalom today for Kehillah 7 at Congregation Beth Yeshurun today!

02/20/2026

Parents, you need a Saturday night off. Kids, you need a fun night with friends. We've got you covered! 🎬🍦

Elementary Havdalah & Movie Night is coming up THIS Saturday, February 21st from 6:30-8:30 PM!

Here's what's on the menu for grades K-5:
✨ Havdalah with Rabbi Fort & Rabbi Mendelson
🧀 Cheese quesadillas with chips & guac
🎥 Movie time
🍨 Ice cream sundae bar

PJs encouraged! Bring a pillow and blanket for extra cozy vibes.
Your kids will have a blast while you get a well-deserved break. Win-win!
Register: bethyeshurun.org/event/HavdalahMovie022126

02/10/2026

Reminder- we do not have Religious School classes this coming Sunday, February 15th. Our teachers and administrators will be attending professional development at Yom Limmud. Enjoy your President's Day weekend!

The schedule of presenters is ready to view for Yom Limmud. https://www.houstonjewish.org/yomlimmud/

01/30/2026

We are excited about our upcoming author's visit for our 4th-6th grade and Sulam students on February 1st.
The author who will be visiting is Darlene Campos, one of our synagogue members.
She will be talking about her book "The Center of the Earth" an historical fiction novel that takes place during the Holocaust.
If anyone would like to purchase the book, Darlene Campos will have a few extra copies available after she speaks.

01/23/2026

Safety first. 💙

Forecasted icy conditions mean we're closing the building Sunday, January 25. All Religious School, classes, programming, and services are canceled for the day.

Our Post Oak and Allen Parkway cemeteries are also closed Sunday.

Segal Academy is following HISD and is closed on Monday. We will update Monday closures for the synagogue as we learn more.

Friday and Saturday remain on schedule—including tonight's 5:15pm happy hour. See you then! Shabbat Shalom!