Frequently Asked Questions
About DTA
What grades does DTA serve?
DTA welcomes children from six months old through eighth grade!
Our programs include Torah Tots Preschool, elementary school from kindergarten through fifth grade, and middle school from sixth through eighth grade. Children can begin their journey with us as infants and continue growing at DTA for years.
What does it mean that DTA is a Chabad school?
It means Torah is at the heart of our school and every child is viewed as having a Divine soul, unique strengths, and a purpose.
Students experience Judaism as something warm, meaningful, and connected to their everyday lives. We want them to grow in their knowledge and in their connection to Hashem, Torah, mitzvos, and the Jewish people.
Does our family need to be Chabad or fully observant?
Absolutely not!
DTA welcomes Jewish families from many backgrounds and levels of observance. Your child does not need to begin with a particular level of Hebrew, Judaic knowledge, or religious experience.
We will meet your family where you are and make you feel welcome as part of the DTA community.
Will my child be known personally?
Yes! This is central to who we are.
Our teachers take the time to know each student’s personality, strengths, needs, and learning style. We want every child to feel seen, supported, and challenged to keep growing.
What is the average class size?
Most DTA classes have between 15 and 20 students.
That gives teachers the opportunity to know their students well, teach in smaller groups, and notice when a child needs more support or is ready for a greater challenge.
What is the DTA parent community like?
Our families come from across the Las Vegas Valley and represent many different Jewish backgrounds. From Orthodox to Reform, and from Las Vegas natives to families from around the world, that diversity is part of what makes our community special.
Parents get to know one another through school events, holiday celebrations, class activities, volunteer opportunities, and everyday school life. We want parents to feel that they are part of the school community too!
Academics and Student Support
What does the academic program include?
DTA provides a strong education in both General Studies and Judaic Studies.
General Studies includes language arts, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies. Judaic Studies includes Hebrew reading and language, Chumash, Navi, Mishnah, Gemara, Halacha, Tefillah, Chassidus, Jewish history, holidays, and Jewish values.
Students also participate in programs such as STEM, physical education, robotics, financial literacy, and age appropriate artificial intelligence and technology programming, based on their grade level.
Our goal is for students to grow academically while becoming proud, knowledgeable, and connected Jewish children.
What can I expect to see in a DTA classroom?
You will see students actively learning!
Depending on the lesson, students may be working with a teacher, learning in a small group, discussing ideas, completing independent work, building a project, or using technology.
Our classrooms are structured and focused, but learning should also be engaging and meaningful.
How does DTA teach students at different academic levels?
We do not expect every child in a classroom to learn at exactly the same pace.
Differentiated learning groups allow students to receive instruction based on what they have already mastered and what they are ready to learn next. These groups change as students grow and are never permanent labels.
For example, in mathematics, ALEKS creates an individualized learning path for each student. One child may be strengthening an important skill while another is moving into more advanced material. That is one of the ways we help students progress at the level that is right for them.
How does DTA measure academic progress?
We look at the whole picture.
Teachers consider classwork, projects, participation, assignments, assessments, and how well students can apply skills on their own. MAP Growth testing gives us outside data, while DTA exams and semester assessments measure the material taught in the classroom.
This helps teachers understand where a child is succeeding and where additional instruction may be needed.
What support is available when a student is struggling?
We do not wait for a child to fall far behind.
Support begins in the classroom through small group instruction, targeted practice, and adjustments to teaching.
Students who need more concentrated help can receive targeted instruction through the Resource Room during an appropriate part of the school day. They then return to their regular classroom and remain part of the full academic program.
My child has limited Hebrew or Judaic Studies experience. Can they still succeed at DTA?
Absolutely!
Students join DTA with many different levels of Hebrew and Judaic knowledge. Teachers determine the child’s current skills and provide instruction at an appropriate level.
Your child does not need to have attended a Jewish school before applying.
How does DTA challenge advanced students?
Students who are ready to move ahead are given opportunities to do so.
Differentiated groups, advanced assignments, ALEKS, individualized technology, and Resource Room enrichment allow students to continue progressing instead of waiting for the rest of the class to catch up.
What enrichment programs does DTA offer?
DTA students participate in STEM and physical education as part of the school program.
Middle school offerings also include robotics beginning in sixth grade, financial literacy, and age appropriate artificial intelligence and technology programming.
For example, financial literacy students learn about saving, investing, budgeting, and financial decision making. They build a stock portfolio, follow it throughout the year, and hear from professionals working in a variety of industries.
How does middle school prepare students for high school?
Middle school raises expectations while keeping teachers closely involved.
Students work with several teachers and complete more advanced assignments, projects, exams, and presentations. They learn to manage deadlines, study effectively, organize their work, and take responsibility for its quality.
We want students to become more independent, but we do not expect them to figure everything out alone.
Where do DTA students go after eighth grade?
Our graduates take many different paths!
Some attend local Jewish high schools, some continue in public or private schools, and others attend out of town yeshivas.
The schools may be different, but the common thread is that DTA graduates leave prepared to succeed. They know how to work hard, adapt to new expectations, and remain grounded in who they are.
School Day and Community
What are the school hours?
Middle School Boys begin at 8:15 am while kindergarten through eighth-grade classes begin at 8:30 a.m.
Torah Tots begins at 9:00 a.m. (drop off from 8:30) and dismisses at 3:00 p.m., with a 4:00 p.m. pickup option available. Kindergarten through eighth grade dismisses at 4:00 p.m.
All programs dismiss at 2:00 p.m. every Friday.
Is there a school uniform?
Yes! All DTA and Torah Tots students wear a school uniform.
Torah Tots has its own age appropriate uniform guidelines. Kindergarten through eighth-grade uniforms are ordered through Campus Club Uniforms with our school code.
Families receive the complete uniform and dress code requirements before the school year begins.
Does DTA offer transportation?
Yes. DTA offers bus transportation in select areas, including Desert Shores and Summerlin.
Families should ask about current routes, pickup locations, and availability during the application process.
What security measures are in place?
Your child’s safety is taken seriously every day.
Multiple armed security guards are present whenever students are on campus. DTA also uses controlled access points, monitored gates, security cameras, staff background checks, ongoing safety training, and regular coordination with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
Detailed emergency procedures are kept private for security reasons.
What is the campus like?
DTA is located on the spacious, 75,000 square foot Robert Cohen Educational Campus.
The campus includes more than 30 classrooms, interactive Smart Boards in every classroom, wide hallways, natural light, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, athletic fields, playgrounds, and a sensory gym.
Eight additional classrooms were completed in 2024, and we continue improving the campus as our school grows.
Is DTA accredited?
Yes!
DTA is accredited through the National Accreditation Board of Merkos L’Inyonei Chinuch, the National Council for Private School Accreditation, and Middle States.
Admissions and Tuition
How does the admissions process work?
We keep the admissions process clear and personal.
- Visit DTA. Come see the campus, meet our team, and ask your questions.
- Apply. Complete the online application and submit the requested records.
- Meet with us. Depending on the child’s age and entering grade, we may schedule a family meeting, student meeting, or academic assessment.
- Complete enrollment. Once accepted, submit the enrollment forms and financial agreement to reserve your child’s place.
Can we tour DTA before applying?
Of course!
A personal tour is the first step in our admissions process. You will have the opportunity to see the school, meet members of our team, ask questions, and begin deciding whether DTA feels right for your child and family.
Does submitting an application guarantee acceptance?
No.
Every application is reviewed individually. Acceptance depends on classroom availability, the child’s needs, and whether DTA can provide the right educational setting for the student.
We want every enrollment decision to be a good fit for the child, the family, and the school.
Is tuition assistance available?
Yes! We are committed to helping make Jewish education accessible.
Kindergarten through eighth-grade families may qualify for outside scholarship programs, including AAA Scholarship Foundation and Silver State Scholarships. DTA also offers need based assistance through its own scholarship process.
Preschool assistance is handled separately, and qualifying families may be eligible for programs such as Right Start.
Scholarship funding is limited, so families should begin the process as early as possible.
Are there fees in addition to tuition?
Yes.
Families pay a registration fee and security fee in addition to tuition. FACTS payment processing fees also apply, and transportation is charged separately for families who use the bus.
Current tuition amounts and fees are clearly listed on the Tuition and Fees page.
Come See DTA
A website can answer many questions, but the best way to experience DTA is to walk through the school, meet our team, and see our students learning and growing. We would be glad to welcome you for a personal tour.