Hebrew for Credit is an accredited high school language program with Cognia, accepted at your high school for foreign language credit.
Hebrew for Credit is only available to Hebrew High students. Classes meet every 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM and Thursdays 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM in-person at the Ina Levine JCC Campus.
“I have had the opportunity to learn and appreciate the Hebrew language. It has been both a rewarding and worthwhile language learning experience, and I hope someday to put my Hebrew skills to great use on future visits to Israel.” — Mat, Chaparral High School
Overview
Hebrew for high school language credit, taught in the context of a Jewish school, provides our teens a unique and special opportunity to strengthen Jewish identity through language, culture, land, and peoplehood. Students learn Hebrew not only to satisfy their high school language requirement, but to further develop their Jewish identities.
Hebrew for credit is only available to Hebrew High students. Classes meet every 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM and Thursdays 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM in-person at the Ina Levine JCC Campus.
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From beginners to advanced, our classes are designed to meet each student’s level and pace
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Small class sizes for high teacher-to-student ratio
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Acquire basic proficiency in modern Hebrew while developing skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking
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Combination of project-based and self-directed learning
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Receive scholarship funds for travel in Israel
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Enrollment includes fun and exciting elective classes at Hebrew High, including community programs, holiday celebrations and special events!
Time & Commitment
Tuesdays 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM and Thursdays 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Hebrew High gathers every Tuesday night from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Hebrew classes meet for the first hour, and then the second hour is a Judaic elective of each student’s choosing. Additionally, Hebrew students meet Thursdays from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Students can expect 1-2 hours of homework a week, depending on assignments.
Sample Schedule
Tuesdays
7:00 – 7:05 Community Announcements
7:05 – 8:00 Hebrew
8:00 – 8:10 Break/Social Sphere
8:10 – 9:00 Electives (Social Justice, Jews in Media, Torah debate…)
Thursdays
7:00 -8:30 Hebrew
Curriculum
Our classes are led by passionate Hebrew education professionals. Intro class uses a foundational primer book, which will have even the most novice learner speaking in Hebrew by the end of the first semester! Upper levels use Bishvil Ha’Ivrit, a book and online learning platform which allows for self-lead and group learning. All classes, regardless of level, will incorporate specialized project-based learning, celebrations for holidays and/or Israel integration.
Tuition & Cost
Hebrew for credit is a program available for registered Hebrew High students.
General Hebrew High tuition ranges depending on when/how payment is made:
$540 Early Bird by July 15 if paid in full
$585 after July 15 or on payment plan
Hebrew fee +$325 per student (does not need to be paid in full for early bird)
[$865-$910 total for the year]
Scholarships & payment plans available.
Scholarships for Israel
Thanks to the Sarah Levitz Study in Israel Endowment Fund, all Hebrew High students are eligible to receive scholarships towards qualifying programs in Israel!
“Little did I know that my Hebrew High experience would transform my outlook on life and signal the renewal of my Jewish identity.” — Arik, Horizon High School
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In service for over fifty years, Hebrew High of Greater Phoenix (HH) continues to provide an unparalleled experience for Jewish teens. Through Jewish-content courses in an array of subjects, HH offers Jewish teens an exciting opportunity to stay connected to Torah in meaningful and relevant ways, while building community with peers from across the valley. It is an academic as well as a social experience that is designed specifically to meet the developmental needs of adolescents.
Hebrew High meets at the Ina Levine JCC in Scottsdale Tuesdays at 7pm. Additionally, Hebrew courses meet Thursdays at 7pm.
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Hebrew High of Greater Phoenix is an inclusive and non-denominational program, open to students from all backgrounds.
*Accredited and accepted at high schools throughtout the valley
Jonny Basha
“I can honestly say that Hebrew High served as a pillar for me while I was growing up. It broke down any distance there was between Jewish ideals and how I was living my life. Before I knew it, I was 2 years in with a huge group of Jewish friends that I related to, had a decent proficient level of understanding Hebrew, and an eclectic background in Jewish education ranging from the Holocaust to Jewish Ethics. It’s no exaggeration to say that Hebrew High significantly altered my path for the better as I grew through high school and moved on.”
Ellie Polsky
“I will never forget the memories I have had at Hebrew High and the everlasting friendships I have made. I also want to thank all the teachers at Hebrew High for all you have taught me. Whenever I come to the ILJCCampus I always think of wanting to go back to Israel and getting more involved in the community and I want to thank you for that. It has been a great four years!”
Jordan Curwin
“A great part of my love for the Jewish culture began at Hebrew High. Before Hebrew High, Judaism was with my family or at temple and very contained. At Hebrew High, Judaism was everywhere. Everyone was Jewish… people were learning and socializing and having fun. Hebrew High taught me to be a Jew. I intend to carry on that aspect of my life on my journey through college and through life.”
Mat Turnansky
“During my four years at Hebrew High I have had the opportunity to learn and appreciate the Hebrew language. I have become more proficient in reading and writing, expanded my vocabulary, gained greater mastery of grammar and syntax, and have acquired an appreciation for the beauty of the Hebrew language. It has been both a rewarding and worthwhile language learning experience, and I hope someday to put my Hebrew language skills to great use on future visits to Israel. Along with my Hebrew language skills I have also acquired a deeper understanding of the history and heritage of the Jewish people and the State of Israel.”
Chanele Czopp
“Hebrew High gave me the connection that I was missing in my life. After two years of Spanish classes, I had had enough. My mother suggested I try out Hebrew High, and she was right. Yes, I said it, my mother was right. From the very first lesson I felt right at home. I speak fluent Hebrew and have my entire life. The teachers at Hebrew High definitely helped me perfect my skills, but it was so much more than that, they became like family. It’s just something about being around Jewish teens and teachers that make you feel like you belong.”
Dylan Brooks
“Every Tuesday night, when I step through the doors of the JCC, my mind is filled with information through amazing levels of teaching and fun. The broad range of classes never fails to inspire me. Watching Jewish films, listening to Jewish artists, learning how to advocate for Israel, or experiencing Jewish cuisine, I have learned the most about myself by learning about my faith. One of the greatest aspects of Hebrew High is the collaboration with other programs throughout the Jewish Community. Hebrew High has promoted programs such as Stand with Us, a teen internship advocating for Israel, and Israeli-American Council Eitanim, a program teaching Jewish teens about different business concepts in the Phoenix area. The education I have gained through the amazing classes and other programs resulting from Hebrew High have inspired me”
Elise Nochomovitz
“Hebrew High is about making Judaism modern and keeping me grounded in my Jewish roots. Not only is every class unique in its own way, but so are the people going through this program with me. I could not be more grateful that I have been able to spend the last four years growing, learning, and laughing with these incredible people. Through this amazing program, I have been able to expand both my knowledge and love for Judaism. Hebrew High has sparked a world of curiosity in me, and throughout college and beyond I plan on being as actively Jewish as I can. I am so appreciative for everything this program has provided for me and my peers, and I can’t wait to spread my knowledge, curiosity, and love for Judaism throughout the world.”