Zeman Religious School is more than Hebrew School: it’s an integral part of the community, a vibrant, living environment, a place where parents, kids, teachers, administrators convene for Jewish learning, games, outdoor adventures, and prayer. Tuition-free for members, Zeman is more accessible than ever. No matter what your affiliation, you will feel part of the community that is Oheb Shalom.  

Here are a few stories from Zeman families, staff, and friends.

Overview

Jon Fayer, Oheb Parent

“Having come from Manhattan and knowing nobody in Maplewood, we’ve met some really good friends through Zeman and through the preschool.”

“For us as a family, it was important to us to make sure [Markus] had a lot of experiences and a spiritual home. Through Zeman, my own spiritual journey has blossomed.”

“Jewish education is not only about the content you imbue in a child.  It’s about their spiritual journey.  And ours as their parents.  Putting your child in a community connects them into a larger picture that goes beyond the content to make them feel a sense of connection to the Jewish people.”

“You really get to know the whole community just by being a part of the Zeman School.”

“We have families that are from different Jewish backgrounds, from different faith backgrounds. We have children starting their school journey in Kindergarten, and in 5th grade.  We have some that are traditionally observant, and some that are not at all. Whatever your starting place, this is a place where you can explore your Judaism and what it means to you.”

“Sometimes we’re having a service and a lunch here.  That happens a lot.  Once my dad stood up and said a prayer.  I have no clue what it was, but I know it meant something about what I learned over the year.”

“There’s a curiosity to kids in Kindergarten.  They’re excited to be here, and when you harness that excitement and curiosity, it grounds them in joy.”