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Congregation Shaarey Zedek

Coffee House Featuring Metro Food Rescue and Detroit Crime Commission

  • 📅Monday, May 18, 2026
  • 🕐10:45 am – 1:00 pm
  • 📍Congregation Shaarey Zedek
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Detroit’s Comeback Story – The Other Half Speaks

This is a great opportunity to get an inside scoop on some of the most recognized and impactful nonprofits in Detroit.

This month we will feature Chad Techner, Founder and CEO of Metro Food Rescue, and Andy Arena, Executive Director of Detroit Crime Commission. At Metro Food Rescue, they rescue food that would otherwise be discarded and deliver it to a network of food pantries throughout Metro Detroit thereby helping to feed individuals and families in need.

Founded in 2011, the Detroit Crime Commission is an independent, tax-exempt nonprofit organization that works collaboratively with residents and community leaders to create safe communities for all citizens.

Coffee House

Curriculum

Our curriculum is written for our school by our Rabbis and Director of Youth and Family Learning. Each grade level has specific goals and learning targets that encompass the following areas:  

Learning and practicing Jewish rituals, holidays, and ethical actions, emphasizing how these observances connect individuals to Jewish tradition and community. 

Fostering a connection to Israel by exploring its geography, history, and significance as the Jewish homeland. 

Centering on learning and understanding Torah stories, characters, and teachings, and applying their lessons to daily life. 

Emphasizing the importance of ethical behavior, acts of kindness (Gemilut Chasadim), and fulfilling obligations like Tzedakah (charity). 

Exploring the meaning and practice of prayer, teaching students how to communicate with God and understand the significance of different prayers. 

Focusing on learning the Hebrew alphabet, vocabulary, and basic reading skills to engage with Jewish texts and prayers. 

Each grade level explores these themes through engaging and age-appropriate lessons. Teachers use a variety of teaching methods and resources, including the Chai Curriculum. 

Staff

We are fortunate to have a dedicated team of professional Jewish educators. Our teachers receive weekly planning time, during which they use our curriculum and learning goals to craft engaging lesson plans. They benefit from regular coaching and feedback from our Director of Youth and Family Learning and participate in ongoing professional development throughout the year. Our educators are passionate about their students and committed to their growth and success.

Family Programs

Throughout the year, we invite families to celebrate with us! Parents, grandparents, and siblings are welcome to join us for special Religious School mornings filled with music, food, and community celebration as we observe holidays such as Sukkot, Tu B’Shevat, and Passover as a school community. Families and students are also encouraged to attend our weekly Shabbat services, where we offer youth activities for children of all ages. Participating in Shabbat helps our students connect their learning and apply it in a congregational setting, fostering a deeper connection to our synagogue community.