This document outlines the 6th grade Gemara curriculum at Moriah School taught by Rabbi Yoni Fein. It details Rabbi Fein's contact information and teaching philosophy of establishing clear expectations, respect, accountability and focusing on learning over grades. Classroom rules are established as laws of behavior and monitored through Class Dojo. Lessons revolve around texts and include workbooks, enrichment centers and technology tools to enhance learning. The goal is to properly prepare students and build fundamental learning skills through a meaningful curriculum.

1.  Rabbi Yoni Fein
 All 6th Grade Gemara classes
 6th Grade daily Tefilah
 Email: yfein@moriahschool.org
› Generally will respond pretty quickly via
email

2.  Clear expectations and open lines of
communication
 Respect for Torah, classmates, our
classroom and school building &
teachers
 While grades count, focus is on the
learning and not on the grades
 Accountability, responsibility, OWN IT!

4.  We establish as a group.
Instead of rules we have laws of behavior.
 Class Dojo- Insert Video
› Self-Monitor behavior (behavior reflection
assigned when necessary)
› NOT reinforcement
 The Learning Goal (TLG)- put on the board
everyday so students know what they are
achieving each day.
 Goal is to establish a positive & enjoyable
learning atmosphere

5.  Workbooks
 Enrichment Centers
 MishnaKids CD’s
 Mission: Research-based curriculum that
properly prepares students to succeed in
learning .
 Building fundamental learning skills and
applying them in a meaningful way

6.  Pre-Sukkot: Focus on the associated
with the holidays.
 Post Sukkot: Students will master the skills
section of the student workbook and
apply these skills to various texts in Shas
as well as those sugyot that discuss the
Moadim.
 Post-Pesach: In depth introduction to
Gemara learning.

7.  Shout Outs- Key vocabulary that
students come across in their learning of
a text. Bi-weekly assessments on shout
outs.
 Lessons revolve around a specific text so
students have exposure to all types of
texts in .
 Workbook is in to support our Safah
program

8.  Haiku- Post files, assignments, due dates, and
updates for students and parents
 ClassDojo: System for students to monitor their
classroom behavior in detail
 Chromebooks: When the students receive their
devices, we will begin utilizing a variety of web-based
apps that will enhance learning and collaboration
 Bonyaich Resources: Library of games, stories,
multimedia presentations, and interactive projects
that aid the class lessons.
 Flipped Classroom: Students will watch videos for
homework that teach basic concepts necessary to
work on projects in class the following day.

9. - Optimal education requires an
understanding of each student’s
individual needs and skill set. I look
forward to partnering with you and
welcome you to email me at any
time to discuss ways to enhance
your child’s learning.