About Us

Mission & Philosophy



OUR MISSION

Your family’s future begins here. At Valley Beth Shalom Day School, students develop a strong sense of individual identity within a community where each member is deeply connected to one another, to Israel and to the Jewish people. Our school empowers children to become the confident, thoughtful and intellectually-driven leaders of tomorrow.

OUR NAMESAKE

Like our namesake, Rabbi Harold M. Schulweis, we emphasize social action and spiritual transformation, he taught us that "God is a VERB".  Just as God takes action, so must we.  To learn about the Pillars of Tzedakah at VBSDS, click here.  We prepare students to root down with a strong foundation through learning, giving and doing.  Our highly academic curriculum emphasizes creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, problem-solving and also embraces inquiry, Hebrew language, and the rituals and values central to Jewish identity.  All of this leads to a student who is prepared to live and lead as an enlightened mensch!

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Valley Beth Shalom Harold M. Schulweis Day School, a K-6 Solomon Schechter elementary school, offers a superior education and enriching foundation for life’s journey. Students thrive in an environment that focuses on academic excellence, strong Jewish values, a dynamic community, and personal growth. Students reach their learning potential guided by talented teachers through individual learning approaches and small group instruction.
   
   

Valley Beth Shalom Day School receives funding from:

AFFILIATIONS

  • Prizmah (formerly Solomon Schechter Day School Network)