Middot

Denver Jewish Day School (Denver JDS) is dedicated to a focus on middot — behavior informed by Jewish values — in all grades.

1. We commit to treat each other with respect, honor, sensitivity and dignity. B’Tzelem Elokim To value everyone because they are created in God’s image.

2. We commit to being understanding and accepting of each other’s differences as one community. We commit to the eternity of the Jewish People and the Land of Israel. Klal Yisrael, Kehillah, Ahavat Yisrael, Ahavat Eretz Yisrael To unify the Jewish community and to love Israel.

3. We commit to creating the best possible Jewish learning environment, including the love of learning Torah and secular knowledge, which in turn leads to the fulfillment of Mitzvot and the Sanctification of The Divine Name. Ahavat Torah/Mitzvot/Kiddush HA-SHEM To demonstrate a love of Torah. To fulfill the commandments. To sanctify God.

4. We commit to being responsible for making our speech and actions exemplary for ourselves and each other, our families, Denver JDS and the Jewish community as a whole. Derekh Eretz To be considerate.

5. We commit to fostering an environment where students, faculty, parents and staff – all of whom are empowered to weigh their actions with compassion – are entitled to their respective levels of honor. Kavod/Rachamanut To show respect and compassion.

6. We commit to being truthful with each other in all that we do. Emet To be truthful.

7. We commit to relaying positive information about our school and community and to refrain from spreading gossip. Shemeerat Ha-lashon To use careful speech.

8. We commit to showing modesty in our dress, in our speech and in our interactions with others. Tzeni’ut To be modest.

9. We commit to perform righteous acts so we can build a foundation for Denver JDS based on the fundamentals of Judaism. Tzedakah To perform righteous acts.

10. We commit to taking the steps to ensure peace in our house and between members of our community. Shalom Bayit To promote peace in the home.