Welcome to the Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning!
We invite you to join the great Jewish conversation as we explore text, reflect on commentary, question preconceived ideas, experience great learning and community, debate and (re)discover Jewish context in our lives.
ABOUT MELTON
University level curriculum created by Hebrew University in Jerusalem
Front row seat to the texts that gave rise to our traditions and philosophies
Comprehensive exploration of Jewish thought, practice, ethics and history
Cross denominational, interactive and spirited
Built on best practices and research in adult learning
Designed for all levels of Jewish knowledge and practice
No tests, no grades, no homework!
OUR GOALS
To teach the common roots and experiences of pluralistic Judaism
To stimulate reflection and critical thinking about Judaism in a non denominational, interactive setting
To bring relevancy to Jewish learning in the contemporary world
To provide a “why to” instead of a “how to”
To empower informed, independent Jewish learners to explore and to define what Judaism means in an adult context
OUR IMPACT
100% of our students say Melton has broadened their Jewish knowledge
97% now feel more a part of their Jewish community
78% become more aware of their Jewish identity
OUR CURRICULUM
Designed by scholars from the Melton Centre for Jewish Education at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, our world-class, university-quality curriculum examines Jewish texts in English to explore Jewish ethics, practices, history, ideas, and values.
HOW IT WORKS
Classes meet once a week for 2 ½ hours. Classes run the full school year or 25 weeks. We offer classes at several of our consortium partner sites. Please see Class Schedule for this year’s times and locations.
OUR CONSORTIUM
The Conejo/West Valley Melton is an exemplary community consortium of Jewish organizations working together to offer the highest quality adult learning. The consortium is hosted by Temple Etz Chaim and includes: Congregation Or Ami, HAMAKOM, Temple Adat Elohim, Temple Judea, Valley Beth Shalom, and de Toledo High School.