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Deutsch Early Childhood Center

Deutsch Early Childhood Center

Deutsch Early Childhood Center (DECC) — Congregation Temple Israel's premier preschool — builds relationships that foster  each child’s social, emotional, intellectual, and physical growth in a safe and nurturing Jewish community and offers a variety of programs for children ages 6 weeks (infancy) through Pre-Kindergarten (age 6). 




  

 

We're here to help. For more information, to check current availability, or to set up a tour, contact Lesley Goldenberg, Director of Family Education, at: lgoldenberg@ti-stl.org or 314-432-8076.

UPCOMING EVENTS

SaturdaySat, 8 NovNovember, 2025

 
 
Playground Meet-up

Shabbat, Nov 8th 9:30a to 11:30aJoin us for some extra quality time with friends on TI's Upper Playground. We hope to see you there — come play! You do not have to be enrolled in DECC to join us. All Temple Israel members with young children ages 0-6 are welcome; no RSVP required.

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WednesdayWed, 26 NovNovember, 2025

 
 
DECC Thanksgiving Break

Wednesday, Nov 26th (All day)The Education Center will be closed from Wednesday, November 26, through Friday, November 28, for Thanksgiving Break.

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ThursdayThu, 27 NovNovember, 2025

 
 
CAMPUS CLOSED - for Thanksgiving

Thursday, Nov 27th (All day)The TI campus will be closed today and tomorrow for Thanksgiving.

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TuesdayTue, 2 DecDecember, 2025

 
 
Giving Tuesday

Tuesday, Dec 2nd (All day)Giving Tuesday is a day of radical generosity and an opportunity for people around the world to come together to thank, help, give, show kindness, and share what they have with those in need.

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ThursdayThu, 4 DecDecember, 2025

 
 
Dinner, Drinks & Dough!

Thursday, Dec 4th 6:30p to 8:30pJoin us for Dinner, Drinks & Dough with baking expert Diane Fadem to learn how to make challah from scratch. We'll dine, drink, chat, and learn an important skill that connects us to this delicious Jewish tradition.

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SundaySun, 7 DecDecember, 2025

 
 
Family Concert with Rabbi Joe Black!

Sunday, Dec 7th 10:30a to 11:15aGet ready for an energetic and interactive morning of music and fun! Temple Israel invites all Education Center and TI member families to experience the dynamic performance of Rabbi Joe Black, one of the most beloved and critically acclaimed contemporary Jewish artists. Following the concert, meet Rabbi Black and support a good cause! Young TI member Drew Patchin will be signing copies of his book, Marshmallow Can Do Hard Things. All proceeds benefit The Bennett Project.

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MondayMon, 8 DecDecember, 2025

 
 
Faculty Hospitality & Appreciation Drive for Monroe Elementary

Monday, Dec 8th (All day)Our Temple community will provide treats for the Monroe Elementary faculty during their parent-teacher conference days and at other times throughout the year. If you enjoy baking, we’re in need of home-baked or store-bought goodies.

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MondayMon, 8 DecDecember, 2025

 
 
DECC NO SCHOOL: Parent-Teacher Conferences

Monday, Dec 8th (All day)There will be no school today for Parent-Teacher conferences.

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WednesdayWed, 10 DecDecember, 2025

 
 
Holiday Gift Store for Monroe Elementary

Wednesday, Dec 10th 8:00a to 1:30pTo ensure that each child has a holiday gift this season, we’re creating a Gift Store at Monroe so parents or caregivers can select an item and have it beautifully wrapped by volunteers. Drop off new, store-bought gifts in the collection bin located near the May Chapel entrance. It’s a Hanukah mitzvah!

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FridayFri, 12 DecDecember, 2025

 
 
Tot Shabbat & Lite Bite

Friday, Dec 12th 5:45p to 6:15pJoin our fun Shabbat service for kids 6 and under! Tots will enjoy a service led by the Rabbis and Miss Megan featuring familiar tunes, prayers, and dancing, and keep the celebration going following services with a yummy "lite bite" filled with your favorite finger foods.

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About Deutsch Early Childhood Center

Curriculum

Our certified teachers and specialists engage children in activities that inspire experimentation and stimulate students to recognize problems and create solutions. Students develop positive self-esteem through a wide variety of hands-on activities which encourage play, develop natural curiosity, stimulate creative thinking, and encourage empathy for and acceptance of peers and adults.

Children will participate in art, music, cooking, Hebrew, Spanish, and movement. DECC also has a fabulous enrichment program that promotes investigative learning, as well as a STEAM room for little scientists and creatives. 

Throughout each child's Jewish preschool education, they will celebrate Shabbat and holidays with the Rabbis and with their peers at in-school Tot Shabbat services and classroom celebrations. They will learn Jewish songs and prayers and help to make and taste traditional Jewish foods, as well as enjoy their very own Passover Seder.

Why Deutsch Early Childhood Center?

At DECC, every teacher knows your child's name, and you'll feel the sense of relief that you are not alone along the journey of parenting a preschooler. Our entire team is here to support you, to have your back on those days when you feel overwhelmed, and to celebrate those little milestones and magic moments with as much enthusiasm as you feel as a parent.

DECC also accommodates your family's changing daily schedules. We are open Monday-Friday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm with flexible scheduling of days and hours meet your needs.

Our ultimate goal is to teach our children what it means to be productive members of the community. If you're shopping for a preschool that fits your family, we welcome the opportunity to show you why DECC may just be a perfect fit.


Take a Tour

We'd love to take you on a tour of DECC and share more about the school.
Reach out to Lesley Goldenberg, Director of Family Education, at lgoldenberg@ti-stl.org or 314-432-8076 to schedule a visit. 

Make a Contribution to TI's Safety & Security Fund

Though security has been a key priority at TI for many years, we also recognize that these are unusual times, and so we’ve created a Safety & Security Fund to help keep our campus as secure as possible.  Your generosity enables us to take proactive safety measures so that cost is not the deciding factor in how well we are able to protect those who come to learn and worship here at TI.  

Find out more: www.ti-stl.org/SecurityFund  

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