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For a full schedule of classes go to https://aaronmilkencenter.org/parenting-classes/
At our Parenting Center, we recognize the uniqueness of each child and parent. That’s why we offer a diverse array of classes to fit various interests and developmental stages. From messy art and sensory play to enriching Shabbat classes, our programs provide both learning and community.

The Blessing Exchange offers our students and their families service learning and volunteer opportunities!

A Service Program for Jewish Teens and Young Adults with Autism and Neurodiverse Abilities in cooperation with Los Angeles Senior Living Communities and other Local Service Organizations

Nagel Jewish Academy (NJA) is an after-school Hebrew program four days a week for Jewish children ages 5 to 13 who do not currently attend a Jewish day school. NJA is almost free of charge and all Jewish children are welcome regardless of the level of observance or background. Our teaching staff caters to each student’s individual needs and abilities ensuring that each child receives a quality Jewish education. At NJA, the joys, values, and traditions of Judaism are brought to life!

Are you expecting or do you have a new baby? Looking to connect with other families in Los Angeles raising Jewish children? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you need to meet with one of our LA jBabies Connectors so they can welcome your growing family into our community, help you build friendships, and engage in Los Angeles Jewish life.

Moving Traditions’ Teen Groups – Rosh Hodesh, Shevet, and Tzelem – are transformative communities where youth explore who they are through Jewish and gender lenses, together with a trained mentor using a dynamic curriculum.

A cutting edge, growing company based in Los Angeles that uses cooking as an experiential tool to teach both secular academic disciplines (math, science, history) and Judaic Study. Students range from Pre-K through adults. Additionally, the company boasts a Hillel division where we conduct workshops at college campuses across the country as well as a Special Needs division (CKA's Friends Community) that bring the curriculum to the Special Needs community. They also have a national presence through the summer camp programs.

PJ Library in Los Angeles is proud to partner with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation to bring you PJ Our Way?, a new chapter of PJ Library for kids ages 9-11.

You are invited to enroll now, and as an added bonus, former PJ Library members can sign up as early as age 8-and-a-half!
To sign up, go to: https://www.pjourway.org/

Camp JCA Shalom offers programs for children with special needs entering grades 2-6. Campers may have an extra full-time counselor in the cabin, provided by camp, or parents may send child with a personal aide, if desired. Campers with special needs may attend any session with availability, although some may be better than others. We are partnering with HaMercaz to offer scholarships to campers with severe disabilities.
Contact: Rachel Adler;
[email protected];
(818) 889-5500;

The Jewish Outreach and Education Project
The Jewish Federation of Los Angeles supported a pilot project that brought our films and customized study guide into Jewish day schools, religious schools, summer camps and other organizations that provide programming for Jewish youth. We oriented teachers, administrators and other educators on the latest issues facing transgender and gender expansive youth, and trained them on how to use our resources in the classroom to create inclusive communities, all seen through the lens of Jewish values and teachings.

For a full schedule of classes, go to the website:
https://www.adatariel.org/aaeecc/programs/parent-me