By Anna Hartman “The voice of children learning (tinokot shel beit rabban) preserves the world; through these children, the world is saved.” Zohar, introduction, with parallel messages in Talmud Shabbat 119b The rabbis of the Talmud understood something about the magic of chi … [Read more...] about Betting on Jewish Early Childhood Education, Redeeming Our World
Jewish Education Today
“It’s Our Challenge” Is Not Just for Jewish Education: A Review
By Stephen G. Donshik Dr. Jonathan Mirvis has just released a very exciting book, It’s Our Challenge: A Social Entrepreneurship Approach to Jewish Education. Its most surprising aspect is that it has implications not just for Jewish education providers but also for all Jewish o … [Read more...] about “It’s Our Challenge” Is Not Just for Jewish Education: A Review
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By Jane Taubenfeld Cohen “Help me write my letter of resignation.” “I don’t think I can do this anymore.” “Can you talk? I am dying” Last week, I received these three text messages from three different, very talented leaders. All within the span of 20 minutes. And so I ask: … [Read more...] about 20 Minutes
Ready to Experiment with Your Congregation’s Educational Program? Open The Toolbox!
By Rob Weinberg I love building furniture. When I open my toolbox, I know I’ll find just the right tool for the challenge before me, the implement that will make an otherwise difficult task just flow. And I find joy as I apply the wisdom that’s channeled through the tools and m … [Read more...] about Ready to Experiment with Your Congregation’s Educational Program? Open The Toolbox!
Three Jewish Educators Receive the 2016 Covenant Award
Three outstanding Jewish educators who are leaders of innovation and impact - and who by their very successes are pushing the field to take notice of the power of inclusive, creative education - are the 2016 recipients of The Covenant Award. Daniel Henkin, Director of Music at … [Read more...] about Three Jewish Educators Receive the 2016 Covenant Award
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