A note from President Heidi about Religious School

About our NTCH Religious School Program

I am proud of our religious school with its focus on preserving and transmitting Jewish identity and values. Our wonderful Rabbis and teachers have created an environment that provides a foundation for understanding and practicing Jewish traditions and fostering a sense of belonging and connection with the Jewish community and each other. Our children are receiving a “big city” education rarely found in rural communities like ours.

Your Board of Directors firmly believes that providing this out-of-home learning and socialization opportunity is fundamental to who we are. It has been our honor to provide this service tuition-free for the past six years. We are now at a financial turning point where we must reinstate a modest tuition for the 2025/2026 school year to cover our rising costs of materials, staff, and building operation costs. After a careful analysis of the actual cost per student of operating the religious school, tuition will be $400 per student for the entire academic year. This fee covers material costs only. You will see this updated assessment on your 2025/2026 NTHC dues membership statement that will be mailed to you in June.

We understand the financial burdens on families today and offer alternatives, such as trade for on-site assistance for religious school and scholarships. Your board wants a vibrant religious school filled with happy and thoughtful children. Let me know how we can reduce any barriers to attendance. Give me a call for a confidential discussion. Donations to our Religious School Scholarship Fund are encouraged to assist families in need.

I thank you for your commitment to our values, support all year-long and what you bring to our community.

Warm regards,

Heidi Doyle, President