Syllabus

//“No more shall you be called Jacob, but Israel, for you have struggled with God…and you have prevailed.” // Genesis 32:29 7th Grade Judaics Studies Syllabus 2009-2010 Mr. Joshua Gamson Office Phone: 770-804-9191 Email: jgamson@davisacademy.org Welcome to the **WIF ** (The World Israelite Federation), a unique wrestling organization where you will face off with the toughest challenger known to mankind: //__Yourself.__ // During this year, you will be given tasks and missions to complete, some will be solo, and others will be tag-team, but the ultimate goal will be to conquer your fears and detractors and come away with a victory. This victory will allow you to understand your relationship with God and your role in Judaism as a whole. It’s an awesome task, but I will be here acting as your Coach, Manager, and of course, Promoter. I have all the confidence in the world in you, so… LLLLLLLet’s get Ready to Rumble!!!! **__ Units of Study: __** Wrestlers will grasp the importance of D’var Torah in Judaism and will develop new and innovative ways of creating them. **__ Round 2—Tikun Olam __** Wrestlers will understand the important value of Tikun Olam and understand its relevance to them throughout their lives. Wrestlers will learn about the duty, as Jews, of Holocaust Education in order to honor the memory of those who perished and survived, as well as ensuring it never happens again. Wrestlers will grapple with the hard task of determining where God fits into their lives, taking a very close look at concepts such as: belief in God, Icons, comparative religions, and their direct relationship with God. All wrestlers must bring their full outfits to the ring every day, this includes a 3-ring binder, with paper and a writing utensil. Your Journal books will be in class in order for you to work on in class. All other equipment will be provided by the WIF promoter (Mr. Gamson). Each round (Quarter/9-weeks) wrestlers will be assessed in the following areas:  1. Warm-Up Battle (Classwork/Homework) 30%  2. Cage Match (Quizzes/Tests) 20%  3. Title Bout (End of Round Project) 30%  4. No-Holds Barred (Journals) 20%
 * __ Course Description---Wrestling with God __**
 * __ Round 1—D’var Torah __**
 * __ Round 3—The Shoah __**
 * __ Round 4—God __**
 * __ Materials __**
 * __ Assessment __**

The Judaics Program at Davis Academy offers a caring, respectful, and open environment for our community. We strive to give each student a sense of individual ownership for his or her relationship to Judaism. Through innovative and relevant discussions and activities, the program aspires to share the same joy and love of Judaism which the faculty holds so dear to our hearts.
 * __ The Mission of the 7th Grade Judaics Program __**