Silverlake Independent Jewish Community Center (SIJCC)

Early Childhood Center:SIJCCs Preschool is a play-based program -- that is, foundational learning concepts are embedded in every activity, not explicitly drilled or taught. Our primary goals are to develop each childs self-esteem, promote positive feelings towards learning, and to encourage social interaction within a preschool setting. We currently offer ten age-grouped classrooms, serving children ages 2 until they enter elementary school. Additionally, SIJCC offers Day Camp programs for elementary-aged students as well as a Jewish Learning Center, Teen Program, and programs for families with kids.

Arts and Culture Center: SIJCCs arts and culture programs engage community members across a wide range of experiences. Whether the initial entry point is through their children in our early childhood and school-age programs, or through a spark generated at an East Side Jews event, SIJCC is committed to creating compelling programming within a new framework of Jewish community. Over 2500 people are served by these programs each year, some on an ongoing basis and others in the form of one-off events. In addition, SIJCC partners with other organizations to offer enrichment programs for children and adults alike.