JCC Programs

Registration is open for 2026–27JCC Programs at Ottawa Modern Jewish School

Programs that growwith your child.

From a joyful first encounter with Hebrew to meaningful teen leadership, every OMJS program builds confidence, friendship and a lasting connection to Jewish life.

Core program$1,200 for 31 Sundays · about $38.75 per Sunday
TeenShemet$1,350 for the year · leadership, training and service
Classes at the Soloway JCC

A thoughtful path from early years to teens.

Four age-based classes give students the right balance of challenge, attention and friendship at every stage.

SK–Grade 1

Sha’arim

A warm, play-based introduction to Hebrew, holidays, values and the joy of Jewish community.

$1,200 · about $38.75 per SundayExplore Sha’arim →
Grades 2–3

Curiosity takes root.

Students build Hebrew confidence while exploring stories, traditions and Jewish values through creative projects.

$1,200 · about $38.75 per SundayRegister for Grades 2–3 →
Grades 4–6

Questions get bigger.

Learners connect Jewish history, Israel and values to the choices, relationships and communities in their lives.

$1,200 · about $38.75 per SundayRegister for Grades 4–6 →
Grades 7–9

TeenShemet

Leadership training, first aid, community service, field trips and mentoring help teens become capable Jewish role models.

$1,350 for the yearExplore TeenShemet →
What children learn

Jewish learning with depth, relevance and joy.

Every class brings together knowledge, experience and belonging — with no assumptions about background or affiliation.

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Hebrew

Age-appropriate language learning builds familiarity, decoding skills, useful vocabulary and confidence.

Jewish life

Stories, holidays, history, Israel and values become meaningful through discussion and hands-on learning.

Community

Friendship, celebration, service and shared responsibility turn a class into a place of belonging.

More ways to grow with OMJS

Meaningful milestones and joyful summers.

Some Jewish experiences deserve their own kind of attention.

A year-long pathway to a family celebration

A B’nai Mitzvah journeybuilt around your child.

Personalized preparation helps students approach this milestone with confidence, skill and a sense of ownership.

  • Private Torah-reading preparation
  • Service leadership and D’var Torah support
  • Jewish values, family traditions and a shared celebration
Weekly specialist preparation · $1,350
Explore B’nai Mitzvah →
Registration closed for this year

Jewish summer learningthat stays joyful and connected.

Active summer Sundays combine Hebrew, creativity, movement, celebration and friendship in the warm OMJS style.

Registration has closed as this year’s program is ending, but families can still explore what Shemesh offers.

Summer learning for younger children
Explore Shemesh →
New families can try two weeks free.

Let’s find the right JCC class.

We’ll follow up personally to make sure your child starts in the right class at the Soloway JCC.