When we know where we come from, we pave a new way forward.
Morasha is dedicated to spreading the beauty of Sephardic culture, enhancing community awareness, and raising pride in our youth of their heritage. We do this through education, events, communal support and diverse initiatives.
Education
Morasha was founded with an understanding that within the general day-school system, Sephardic education is integral for a new generation of Sephardi children. We’ve partnered with schools and institutions in Chicago to bring a greater emphasis to Sephardic heritage while teaching a new generation their beautiful heritage.
Current Partners
Through a Morasha-created curriculum and activities, we’ve partnered with schools and institutions to create an awareness and appreciation of Sephardic tradition.
Curriculum Development
Morasha develops and provides comprehensive Sephardic educational materials tailored for classroom use. These materials ensure that Sephardic traditions, history, and religious practices are accurately represented and taught to students.
Institutional Partnerships
Morasha actively partners with schools, yeshivot and educational institutions to integrate Sephardic education into their curriculums. These partnerships help ensure the preservation and appreciation of Sephardic heritage within the broader educational community.
With seasonal workshops, extracurricular programs that enhance Sephardic heritage and unique initiatives designed for Sephardic children, all will learn, grow, and cherish.
Seasonal Chagim Workshops
During major Jewish holidays, Morasha conducts special workshops that provide children with an exciting and hands-on learning experience about Sephardic customs and traditions related to the chag.
Torat Imecha Program
The Summer Torat Imecha program is a unique initiative aimed at encouraging Sephardic youth to explore and learn about Sephardic Tefillah during the summer break.
Kolot Boys Choir
The Kolot Boys Choir is composed of over 20 boys who perform traditional music, fostering an appreciation for beautiful Sephardic musical tradition while cultivating talents!
Chazan Training Program
A unique training program for boys that teaches them in the art of Sephardic hazzan, this program ensures the continuation of traditional hazzanut.
Curriculum
<span data-metadata=""><span data-buffer="">Through a Morasha-created curriculum and activities, we’ve partnered with schools and institutions to create an awareness and appreciation of Sephardic tradition.
Curriculum Development
Morasha develops and provides comprehensive Sephardic educational materials tailored for classroom use. These materials ensure that Sephardic traditions, history, and religious practices are accurately represented and taught to students.
Institutional Partnerships
Morasha actively partners with schools, yeshivot and educational institutions to integrate Sephardic education into their curriculums. These partnerships help ensure the preservation and appreciation of Sephardic heritage within the broader educational community.
Extracurricular activities
With seasonal workshops, extracurricular programs that enhance Sephardic heritage and unique initiatives designed for Sephardic children, all will learn, grow, and cherish.
Seasonal Chagim Workshops
During major Jewish holidays, Morasha conducts special workshops that provide children with an exciting and hands-on learning experience about Sephardic customs and traditions related to the chag.
Chazan Training Program
A unique training program for boys that teaches them in the art of Sephardic hazzan, this program ensures the continuation of traditional hazzanut.
Torat Imecha Program
The Summer Torat Imecha program is a unique initiative aimed at encouraging Sephardic youth to explore and learn about Sephardic Tefillah during the summer break.
Kolot Boys Choir
The Kolot Boys Choir is composed of over 20 boys who perform traditional music, fostering an appreciation for beautiful Sephardic musical tradition while cultivating talents!
From culinary events with chefs highlighting traditional foods to incorporating a specialized curriculum into Jewish schools, Morasha celebrates the diversity and beauty of the Sephardic and collective Jewish identity
Events
From a community-wide hilula to cooking demos, the legacy of Sephardic heritage is at your doorstep. A full roster of exciting events both for the Sephardic community and the greater Jewish community of Chicago await!
TRADITION
HOLIDAYS
SEMINARS
MUSIC
Explore past events:
Community Wide Chagim Women’s Event:
Featured Sephardic cuisine by Sina Mizrachi, bringing together women from the community to celebrate and appreciate Sephardic heritage through culinary experiences.
2024 Hilula of the Baba Sali
Attended by over 350 people with participation from all day-schools, and featured a performance by the “Kolot” choir of 21 boys, celebrating the legacy of the Baba Sali and fostering community unity.
Morasha Partnership Teacher Conference:
Collaborated with educational institutions to host teacher conferences focused on professional development, emphasizing the integration of Sephardic heritage and traditions into the educational curriculum.
Morasha has… changed our lives for the better.
Community Support
Communities are only as strong as their financial and cultural foundations. Morasha lends support to the broader Sephardic community programs that sustain the health of the community.
Helping the community flourish
Shul Membership Grant
Morasha provides grants to synagogues to support membership growth and engagement.
Father & Son Program
Morasha creates opportunities for fathers and sons to connect through religious and cultural activities.
Mother & Daughter Program
Morasha facilitates bonding experiences for mothers and daughters through shared Sephardic traditions.
Chazan Training Programs
Morasha offers training programs for young boys to become skilled Chazanim (cantors) within the Sephardic tradition.
Bar Mitzvah Grants
Morasha provides financial support for families to celebrate their sons’ Bar Mitzvahs.
Bat Mitzvah Gifts
Morasha distributes special gifts to girls celebrating their Bat Mitzvah.
Initiatives
There are many programs out there. However, Morasha is different. Morasha’s programs are geared for the Sephardic community, with a unique insight and singular mission.
We’re constantly working on new projects that support the mission to preserve, educate, and inspire in the ways of the Sephardic tradition
