Participants expand their knowledge through exams covering key prayers, liturgy, mitzvot, Jewish holidays, life cycle events, and heroic figures in Jewish history. An online game zone offers a fun way to review and reinforce learning.
Students earn prizes with each test. Those averaging 70% across three tests qualify for a local championship, followed by an Australia-wide Shabbaton and a final exam to earn a JewQ medal. Top performers also participate in a JewQ gameshow, with the overall champion winning a round-trip ticket to New York City for the CKids Shabbaton and the International JewQ Championship.
Ultimately, every contestant gains a richer understanding of Jewish traditions and Torah values.
Key JewQ Facts
-
JewQ is for children years 3 through 7.
-
Each year has specific information for that age
-
Each child will be given 3 tests throughout the learning periods to keep them motivated and ascertain their level.
-
Those who score an average of 70% through all 3 tests will be able to participate in the NSW Ckids Shabbaton and grand trip, as well as being eligible to enter the grand championship and gameshow.
-
In addition, there will be other perks and prizes throughout the way (including a prize for each test taken).
-
Trophies will be awarded to the child who receives the highest mark in each year location in Australia.
-
The child with the top score throughout Australia will win an exciting grand prize - a round trip ticket to New York City to join the CKids Shabbaton & JewQ International JewQ Championship!
Cost
-
There is a one time cost of $35 to cover the cost of the book (at a heavily subsidised rate). Once a child has joined Jewq in the past, and still has the book, there is no cost to register.
-
There is a $20 registration fee (free for Chabad Hebrew School / Bar/Bat Mitzvah Club children)
-
There will be a cover charge for the local Shabbaton / grand trip at the end of the program for those who make it (although it will be heavily subsidised.)
