Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: N.E. Miles Jewish Day School
Legal Name (if Different): N.E. Miles Jewish Day School
Also Known As: N.E. Miles Jewish Day School
Mailing Address: 4000 Montclair Road
City: Birmingham
State: Alabama
Postal Code: 35213
Main Phone: 2058791068
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.nemjds.org
Employer ID Number:
Organization Tax Status: non-profit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 05/11/2026
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: Dor L" Dor: Hebrew Language and Jewish Identity Initiative
Project Description:

The Dor L’ Dor Initiative is to strengthen Hebrew language education and deepen Jewish identity through the purchase and implementation of a comprehensive Hebrew language curriculum for students in grades K-8 at N.E. Miles Jewish Day School. Meaning "generation to generation," Dor L’Dor reflects the school’s commitment to preserving and passing down Jewish language, culture, and traditions in meaningful and engaging ways.
This project will provide students with access to a modern, cohesive Hebrew curriculum designed to support the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills through interactive and age appropriate instruction. The new curriculum will add and enhance what is being used and will align learning across grade levels and promote both academic growth and cultural connection.
Funding will support the purchase of teacher guides, student materials, classroom resources, and digital learning tools grounded in current best practices in Hebrew and world language education. Through immersive lessons, students will build confidence in Hebrew communication while strengthening their connection to Jewish heritage and the global Jewish community. As the only Jewish day school in the state of Alabama, N.E. Miles Jewish Day School plays a pivotal role in fostering Jewish continuity and community connection. Investing in a high quality Hebrew curriculum will enhance the educational experience for all students while equipping educators with consistent effective educational instructional resources

Total Project Budget: $25,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential):

Project Duration: The hopes are for the curriculum to be used for years to come with yearly dues for certain materials, but the higher cost is for the initial purchase of the curriculum
Geographical Area Served: Birmingham, Alabama
Age Group To Be Served: K-8

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Sharon
Contact Last Name: Sigal
Contact Title: Director of Community Engagement & Development
Contact Phone: 2058791068
Contact Email: Ssigal@nemjds.org