Choose The Academic Program That Best Meets Your Needs

JCHS offers formal academic programs at thirteen different campuses in the five county Philadelphia region, and Delaware. Students in the academic programs select classes based on their own "end goals", each of which carries certain credit and course requirements. Fulfillment of these requirements results in the awarding of a diploma or certificate upon program completion. Students may also enroll in academic programs for personal enrichment or to satisfy synagogue Confirmation requirements. JCHS advisors assist students in selecting the appropriate courses depending upon their desired academic program.

At JCHS, the more you learn, the more credits you earn. 

When you have finished 12th grade in your public or private high school, you earn your high school diploma. The same is true at JCHS. Seniors at JCHS are the only ones who earn certificates and diplomas.

• 92 credits earns you membership in our Shalem Society- JCHS's highest credential. Members of the Shalem Society have gone above and beyond and have demonstrated very high levels iof commitment to their Jewish learning. You have engaged in a multitude of credit-bearing Jewish experiences.

• 80 credits earns you the JCHS Community Teaching Certificate- Our most popular program. Students who earn the Teaching Certificate have also demonstrated high levels of academic pursuit and can teach in synagogue schools when they are in college and beyond.

• 70 credits earns you the JCHS Diploma- By your commitment, you have demonstrated to yourself and your commuinty that you are serious about your Jewish education.

• 30-69 credits earns you the JCHS Certificate of Merit- You have completed your studies at JCHS and can feel proud of your accomplishments.

• Up to 30 credits earns you the JCHS letter of Credit Recognition- This demonstrates that you have taken classes through your senior year and have made a commitment to your Jewish education.