About BPJE
Mission
The Board of Progressive Jewish Education embraces the following objectives:
- To stimulate and encourage the study of Judaism and its adaptation and application to modern life within the framework of the fundamental principles of Judaism.
- To promote and coordinate Jewish education and religious instruction.
- To promote and coordinate the welfare of Jewish youth.
- To cooperate with other sections of Jewry in the pursuance of common interests.
- To work for social justice, equity and freedom for all. (Tikkun Olam)
- To promote the training of rabbis, teachers, cantors and youth leaders.
- To publish material to guide Progressive Jews in Australia, New Zealand and Asia.sss
Vision
Institute programs and activities that foster an ongoing, thriving Jewish community - welcoming Jews who
are not yet committed and encourage those who are.
- Provide programs of Jewish education and foster universal Jewish education.
- Establish satellite programs and activities
- at locations (in addition to established centres) should the demand exist and resources be available.
Educational Objectives
To provide educational experiences that foster a love of Judaism and pride in being part of a Jewish community
The Board of Progressive Jewish Education recognises that for many students' participation in Hebrew and Sunday Schools is the only contact with Judaism and Jewish children. We recognise that a number of families not affiliated with our congregations elect to send their children to our Hebrew and Religion Schools.
We aim to foster experiences that create a sense of community. We encourage families to select a Jewish Day School education, however, we strive to ensure that children from all educational institutions feel welcome.
While we share a common mission, vision and ethos, the programs at each Centre will continue to be designed to respond to the needs of students.
We will continue to create opportunities for combined activities among our Centres