There is a strong emphasis on “mitzvah” activities for the children and families. Sing-alongs at a senior center, decorating a Spring banner with children at a family shelter, collection for tzedakah charity, food drives, “pet supply” drive and a tour of an animal shelter to name a few. Speakers are also brought in to discuss social justice issues such as Darfur and immigration and our role in addressing them. The graduating class is required to do a “mitzvah/community ser vice” project over the course of the year.