Give Your Child an Exceptional Jewish Education
The Intown Hebrew School inspires children to see the world through the Jewish lens of compassion and integrity, instilling within them the confidence that they can make the world a better place.
Our Educational Philosophy
We believe that children learn best when they experience Judaism
Hebrew School here is joyful, hands-on, and anything but your Bubbie’s Hebrew school—a place where laughter, curiosity, and Jewish pride grow with every lesson.
Every Child Has a Unique and Special Soul
We recognize that each student learns differently and value every child as an individual with their own strengths and abilities. By meeting children where they are, we help them build confidence, curiosity, and connection to Jewish learning.
Hands-On, Multi-Sensory Learning
Our lessons are immersive, creative, and experiential—using drama, music, movement, interactive workbooks, and Aleph Champ to engage every learning style and bring Judaism to life.
Hebrew School Kids Actually Love
Our teachers craft immersive, play-filled experiences that help kids love Jewish life, build real skills, and feel at home in their heritage, ensuring their earliest Jewish memories are positive, empowering, and truly unforgettable.
Inclusive and
welcoming to all
Intown Hebrew School embraces families from all backgrounds, affiliations, and levels of observance. No matter your family’s identity or level of Jewish experience, your child will feel welcome, supported, and celebrated.
We believe that every Jewish child deserves access to a positive and empowering Jewish education—and we are committed to making that a reality.
"Our two boys have attended Intown Hebrew School for several years and love the program! They look forward to seeing their friends and teachers, learning about the Jewish holidays and reading Hebrew. They're actually disappointed when Hebrew school is on break. What more can a parent ask for? They both attend a local public school with a small Jewish population and Hebrew school has helped ensure they have a strong Jewish identity.”
Batya and Marc Smith
Intown Hebrew School Parents
Our Teaching Team
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Mussy Groner
Director
Mussy is a Brooklyn-born educator who's called Atlanta home since she was a little girl. With a deep-rooted passion for teaching, she has over 20 years of experience in various educational roles, including summer camps, private tutoring, preschool and elementary teaching and of course teaching at Hebrew School. As a proud mother of five and a dedicated wife to Mendel, family is incredibly important to her. In her free time, Mussy enjoys baking, solving puzzles, and cherishing moments with her loved ones.
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Justine Rubin
Art Director
Justine Rubin is an Atlanta-based artist known for vibrant, gestural paintings (acrylic, oil stick, etc.) and public art, including the Elephant and Whale sculpture on the Beltline with Robin Finch, and has exhibited at galleries like Sandler Hudson; she also leads art workshops, such as watercolor sessions with Chabad Intown, and showcases her work on her site justineprojects.com and Instagram (@fulanko).
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Rivka Perez
Assistant Director
Rivkah Perez is a senior nursing student at Georgia State University with a deep passion for caring for others and sharing Judaism. She began teaching at Intown Hebrew School in high school and, after returning from her gap year, stepped into the role of assistant director. Rivkah brings warmth, energy, and genuine care into the classroom, creating meaningful connections with her students.
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Rabbi Mendel Adelman
Teacher
Rabbi Mendel Adelman was born and raised in Amherst, Massachusetts, and studied in yeshivot in New Haven and Brooklyn, where he completed the Talmud by age 19. He now lives in Atlanta, where he writes and lectures on Jewish law and contributes to the Ask the Rabbi project for Chabad.org. Rabbi Adelman brings depth, clarity, and enthusiasm to his teaching, and enjoys writing, music, sports, and jiu-jitsu.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? You’re in the right place. Browse our FAQs here, or reach out—we’re always happy to connect and help however we can.
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To grow their (and your) Jewish community, to connect and learn about Judaism’s rich history and traditions, and to instill a sense of pride in their Judaism.
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This is for any child that is at least a little bit Jewish looking to learn more and connect to their Judaism
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Your child will learn to read Hebrew beginning with the Aleph Bet, learn to read and understand several prayers using a Siddur, learn Jewish rituals, history and traditions, all about Jewish holidays and how and why we celebrate them, and how to make the perfect schmear.
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9:30 AM - 12:00PM every Sunday
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Yes! We will make an individualized plan for your child.
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Your child can expect to laugh a lot, eat some bagels, make some Jewish art, read Hebrew, learn about their Jewish heritage and traditions, make lifelong friends, sing songs, have lots of fun and be proud of their Jewish identity!
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Yes! We use the Aleph Champion Program© which is on the cutting edge of Hebrew reading today. Modeled after the Karate/Martial Arts motivational system, it works by dividing different reading skills into levels defined by color. Students understand that their teacher is a black aleph champion and their goal is to reach that level.
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Yes we do! Please reach out. No child will ever be turned away due to lack of funds.
