Shalom! The Temple Beth-El Religious School welcomes students from Pre-k through High School. Tuition is free, thanks to generous contributions from the congregation. 

Our lively curriculum is developed by the Institute of Southern Jewish Life. We cover a range of Judaic topics – holidays, mitzvot, community, G-d, Torah, lifecycle, and culture – organized around four themes that rotate on an annual basis. In 2025-2026, three class groups will explore the theme of Jewish Values in age-appropriate ways.

Our faculty comprises teachers with expertise in Jewish education and communal service degrees, and NMSU students with experience working with children in Jewish settings. Cantor Linda Sweenie, our Interim Spiritual Leader, has held teaching and leadership roles in religious schools of similar size for over 25 years.

Religious School meets Sundays at 10:00 am – 12:00 noon, starting with a lively musical worship session for the whole family, led by Cantor Sweenie. Third grade and up meets again on Wednesdays at 4:45-6:00 pm to focus on Hebrew language skills. Periodic field trips help the students to experience the rich Jewish culture and history of our region.  

For more information on our Religious School, contact the Temple office at 575-524-3380.