An after-school program at HIR for kids in grades 3 through 7
What is Hineini Hub?
The years between third and seventh grade are full ones, socially, emotionally, and academically. Families who want their children to stay connected to Jewish life during this time often find there simply is not a program that fits.
Hineini Hub was created in response to that. It is an after-school program at the Bayit organized around three core areas: Jewish learning rooted in Torah and middot, academic and study skills support, and the social and life skills that children need and are rarely taught in a structured way.
Every student is known by name, every afternoon has a clear shape, and the learning is genuine.
The Program
Each afternoon is organized around three core areas. Students arrive with a grounding ritual, move through the learning blocks, and close together as a community.
What you'll see
Students who are present, engaged, and proud of what they are making together.
Enrollment is flexible, from one to four days per week, with optional Fridays available in the spring. Tuition is $1,500 annually for each weekday enrolled.
Financial assistance is available. No child turned away.
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Program Director
Director of Youth & Family Engagement · Hebrew Institute of Riverdale
I am a Jewish educator, social emotional wellness specialist, and community leader dedicated to supporting the growth and well-being of children, teens, and families.
I have spent over two decades working as a classroom teacher, school-based mental health professional, and program creator. My work brings together emotional wellness, a values-driven Jewish educational lens, and embodied practice. I hold an MA in Psychology and Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and received rabbinic ordination from Yeshivat Maharat.
As Director of Youth and Family Engagement at The Bayit, I rebuilt youth programming in the wake of the pandemic into a thriving, inclusive ecosystem now serving over 150 children each week. My work includes specialized programming for neurodiverse learners, support for diverse family needs, and the development of a youth leadership model that trains and mentors over 60 teens annually.
In addition to my communal work, I consult with schools and educational organizations, supporting them in building stronger systems of care and offering guidance around complex student needs, emotional regulation, and classroom dynamics.
I am deeply invested in helping children understand themselves, build emotional language, and develop the skills to navigate challenges with clarity and confidence. Hineini Hub is the natural continuation of that work.
🏆 Covenant Foundation Pomegranate Prize — Teen Mentorship & Leadership