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Helping each child fulfill his or her potential
Nurturing the individual capabilities of each child
Valuing the education of each and every Jewish child
Evaluating the special education needs of each child

SHEMESH serves as a community-wide program in Baltimore

providing the educational support necessary for Jewish children with learning differences

to reach their full intellectual, academic, emotional and social potential in a Jewish setting.

Services are offered in each school in accordance with the school’s educational and religious policies.

School Services

- Advocacy for Students
- Day School Learning Centers
- Early Childhood Intervention
- On-Site Special Educators
- Case Management

Student Services

- Reading Intervention
- Social Skills Development
- Executive Function Coaching
- Speech and Language Therapy & Consultation
- Behavioral Interventions
- Facilitation of Inclusion into Day Schools

Professional Development

- Training for General and Special Educators
- Teacher coaching and mentoring
- Parent Support Groups
- Community-wide Disability Education

Students

The SHEMESH staff works closely with school administration and other professionals to create a Student Support Team that endeavors to meet the diverse needs of all day school students.

Parents

SHEMESH helps parents navigate the world of learning disabilties, providing information and direction for resources and strategies.

Professionals

SHEMESH has become the go-to resource for teachers and professionals in the Baltimore community. Check out the resource section for links to articles, webinars and recommended books.