JCC Jewish Values are an expression of who we are and what we aspire to.

Kavod/Respect
Kavod speaks to how we treat others and comport ourselves—with honor, respect and dignity.

Chesed/Kindness
“Kindness is the overflowing of one’s self into the lives of others”
—Anonymous
Our sages teach that one of the three pillars upon which the world is sustained is kindness. The term gemilut chasadim, which literally means “the giving of loving-kindness,” is an act that an individual completes without the anticipation of receiving something in return. Chesed is
“paying forward” in its truest sense.

Tikkun Middot/Character
Tikkun Middot is specific to Character —our own as well as how we help build character, especially in our youngest participants. Tikkun Middot may be measured by attributes including
• Humility
• Courage
• Peace in the home
• Guarding one’s speech
• Gracious hospitality

Kehillah/Community
What we build every day at the JCC.

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