In addition to Wilshire Boulevard Temple membership dues, Religious School tuition for the 2024-2025 school year is as follows:

• Grade TK: $1,000
• Grade K: $1,000
• Grades 1-2: $1,650
• Grades 3-6: $2,050

• Grade K: $1,100
• Grades 1-2: $1,750
• Grades 3-6: $2,150

Yes, becoming a member of Wilshire Boulevard Temple is part of the Religious School registration process.

We warmly welcome everyone to attend a worship service or special program, and to experience what our congregation has to offer. To learn more, please contact Esther Cohen, Membership Director, at (213) 835-2132 or ecohen@wbtla.org.

In our over 150 year history, no family has ever been turned away due to financial limitations. If this is a concern, please reach out to Esther.

It’s never too early! Of course, it is our hope that all of our students start in Kindergarten and make WBT Religious School something they love coming to all the way up through high school (and then they return to teach!).

We understand that every family’s needs are different and we will work with all of our students to make sure they can participate in the learning whenever they start. Families planning on B'nei Mitzvah should plan to start no later than third grade. 

We hope so--the sooner you complete your registration, the more likely we can help! When you register prior to June 30th, we will make sure your student is with at least one of their friends. 

Students feel more comfortable and look forward to coming to Religious School when there is a familiar face in the room, especially when the class meets much less frequently than their day school. We do our best to accommodate friend requests, but we must also take other factors into consideration. 

As a team of experienced Jewish educators, the Religious School leadership is here for your child and family. Our goal for Religious School students?  To inspire a love of Judaism through celebration, tradition, customs, community, and fun. What each family and student want out of our school is very different. We provide a supportive, passionate, dedicated rock star staff/team, and tailor the experience to meet the needs of our exceptional learners.   

We are committed to inclusivity and all students love our program. When parents partner with us and share all relevant information, we are able to ensure success. We will work with you and your student to meet the goals established. 

Great question! We love welcoming potential families for individual tours throughout the year. Please call the office to arrange a visit. Visits based on pandemic protocols. 

Yes! Hebrew and prayer learning ramps up in grades 3-6, as part of cumulative curriculum leading up to their B'nei Mitzvah. In order to stay on track, we require 70% attendance, or approximately 18 class sessions. Many of our students have sports, enrichments and other commitments. In partnership with you, we do our best to keep your student on track.

We welcome interfaith families!

Throughout our long history as a caring and inclusive Jewish community, Wilshire Boulevard Temple has been committed to the Jewish education of all of our congregants, regardless of financial circumstances. We believe that a Religious School education is just one step along a child's Jewish journey, and with that value in mind, we do our best never to turn anyone away due to finances. 

To inquire about financial assistance, please email Ilana at rsinfo@wbtla.org.

Yes, of course! Our families come in all shapes, sizes and quantities, and do our best to accommodate everyone's needs.

Every grade level has specific learning objectives, the goal always being an engaging and enriching experience. Time with our clergy, art and music educators are integral to the program.  Email us to set up a time to meet or talk so we can tell you more about our excellent curriculum and program! 

Yes! B'nei Mitzvah tutoring is separate from the learning that takes place in Religious School. Head over to our B'nei Mitzvah page to learn more about our programs.

We always welcome anyone who is interested in learning more about Wilshire Boulevard Temple’s Religious School. Students may bring the same guest twice each year.  If you plan to bring a guest, you must alert the Religious School office in advance so that teachers are prepared. This information/release form must be completed and brought to the office.

Excellent, you can fill out this short form, email us at rsinfo@wbtla.org or call 424-208-8906.