Following an extensive national search, The Jewish Education Project has named David Bryfman, Ph.D. as its next CEO. Founded in 1910, and later known as the Board of Jewish Education of Greater New York, the century-old Jewish nonprofit agency was rebranded under the direction of Robert Sherman, who assumed the role of CEO in 2007 and repositioned the organization as a catalyst for innovation. “From the first time I met David Bryfman, I was … [Read more...] about Comings and Goings: The Jewish Education Project Names New CEO
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Nominate the Next Young Pioneers Award Recipient
The Jewish Education Project is now accepting nominations for the 2019 Young Pioneers Award. The Young Pioneers Award celebrates forward thinking and innovative educators, under the age of 36, who demonstrate a personal and professional commitment to new ideas, and proven use of technology or other innovative approaches to inspire children, teens and families. Nominees must work in either New York City (all 5 boroughs), Westchester or Long … [Read more...] about Nominate the Next Young Pioneers Award Recipient
Responding to Pittsburgh Tragedy – Webinar and Resources
Responding to Pittsburgh: Helping Jewish Children and Educators Feel Secure Thursday, November 1 / 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM EST Register for webinar The tragedy in Pittsburgh has touched on many of our deepest fears about anti-Semitism and safety in synagogues and other Jewish gathering places. Bringing together experts and voices from the field, The Jewish Education Project examines how to speak with children, teens, and families in the wake of … [Read more...] about Responding to Pittsburgh Tragedy – Webinar and Resources
Moving beyond ‘Flags and Falafel’
By Abby Pitkowsky “Don’t do it!” “You’re crazy - it’s professional madness!” “Have you lost your mind?” These were the comments a friend of mine, a congregational rabbi, received from his colleagues when he shared his planned topic for his Kol Nidre sermon. It’s not hard to guess that this rabbi’s selected topic of focus was Israel. Whether you consider these reactions sad, logical or exaggerated, one fact is clear; speaking and teaching about … [Read more...] about Moving beyond ‘Flags and Falafel’
Generation Now Fellowship:
Meet the First 20 Participants
First cohort of teen engagement professionals will build skills around new outcome-driven approach
(NEW YORK) - The Jewish Education Project has announced the inaugural cohort of the Generation Now Fellowship, the first comprehensive fellowship to provide professional growth and leadership development for senior educators in the field of Jewish teen engagement.
Following a highly selective application process, the inaugural cohort of 20 … [Read more...] about Generation Now Fellowship:
Meet the First 20 Participants
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