What is a Jewish Education?
At the JEC we follow our mission statement. A Jewish education teaches about Judaism, and teaches through Judaism. We practice the values of acts of kindness, "Gemilut Chassidim," making the world a better place, "Tikkun Olam," and more. We practice the English and Hebrew alphabets and incorporate Hebrew words into the classroom that are relevant to the student's daily experiences and lives. We practice Kosher dining and celebrate the Jewish holidays.
Do we have to be Jewish to attend the JEC?
No. The Joy Greisen JEC is a equal opportunity employer and provider. Our Non-Jewish families and students will build empathy towards other cultures, enjoy new experiences and connect with families with different traditions and values. The fundamentals of second language language learning will be built through the learning of basic Hebrew. At the JEC, everyone is invited to participate in vibrant Jewish life regardless of religious affiliation.
Keeping kosher at the JEC
Kosher, or Kashrut laws, are the set of dietary practices followed by many Jewish people. The word kosher literally means "fit," and refers to foods that adhere to Jewish dietary law. The JEC is a kosher facility, so when packing your child's lunch, we ask that you help us adhere to kosher practices.
According to Kosher law, foods can be divided into four categories, kosher meat, kosher dairy, pareve, and traife.
Kosher law forbids the consumption of meat and diary together. There are many explanations for why this, ranging from spiritual, to moral, and to practical.
Kosher law forbids the consumption of certain animals and fish, including pork, shellfish, and rabbit.
Foods that are kosher, but fit into neither meat or dairy categories, are pareve, meaning "neutral" and may be consumed with either meat or dairy. These include, but are not limited to, breads, eggs, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds.
According to Kosher law, foods can be divided into four categories, kosher meat, kosher dairy, pareve, and traife.
Kosher law forbids the consumption of meat and diary together. There are many explanations for why this, ranging from spiritual, to moral, and to practical.
Kosher law forbids the consumption of certain animals and fish, including pork, shellfish, and rabbit.
Foods that are kosher, but fit into neither meat or dairy categories, are pareve, meaning "neutral" and may be consumed with either meat or dairy. These include, but are not limited to, breads, eggs, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds.
Example kosher lunches
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Salmon Pita Bread Bell Peppers Banana |
Hard-Boiled Eggs Crackers Celery Apple Slices |
String Cheese Tortilla Chips Cherry Tomatoes Blueberries |
Turkey Slices Whole Wheat Bread Carrot Sticks Orange Slices |
Contact us
Joy Greisen Jewish Education Center
7525 East Northern Lights Boulevard Anchorage, Alaska 99504 |