Kindergarten-2nd Grade
Kindergarten
Kindergarten at OHDS introduces young children to the world of school, integrating art, music, movement, dramatic play and hands-on exploration to build a foundation for Torah learning, language development, and mathematical and scientific thinking. The daily social experience, both within and outside of the classroom, brings frequent opportunities for students to learn to communicate, solve problems and build responsibility and independence.
1st Grade
1st Grade at OHDS is a year of so much growth as students build skills, confidence and excitement about all there is to learn in the world! Students solidify their skills in both general and Judaic studies, moving towards much greater levels of independence and thriving with each opportunity to use these skills to discover, build and create. First Graders deepen their sense of being part of a community, taking part in weekly class meetings, exploring different character traits and learning strategies for solving age-appropriate social challenges. It’s a fabulous year of learning and growing!
2nd Grade
2nd Grade at OHDS brings many opportunities for students to apply what they know, while continuing to build essential academic and social skills. In both general and Judaic studies, students begin to explore topics in greater depth, completing their first research reports, stretching their math skills to solve more complex problems, writing in both Hebrew and English with much more independence and building their confidence with public presentation. Socially and emotionally, second graders engage in self-reflective practices that help them navigate their relationships and their internal world with increasing awareness and sensitivity.