Sapir
A Judaism of Doing
25 Feb
In an era defined by digital convenience, Judaism faces the risk of losing its active, embodied traditions. With Jewish texts and rituals increasingly perfor...
25 Feb
Sapir
How to Teach the Jewish Story
25 Feb
Dara Horn reflects on her journey toward addressing antisemitism through education, after the publication of her book "People Love Dead Jews." She argues tha...
25 Feb
JTA
A new curriculum brings adults with intellectual disabilities into the heart of Jewish learning
24 Feb
A new curriculum from Melton, called "What's Mine is Yours," is innovatively designed to offer advanced Jewish learning experiences to adults with intellectu...
24 Feb
Forward
Vanderbilt launches inquiry into instructor after math question about Israeli occupation draws criticism
24 Feb
Vanderbilt University has initiated an inquiry into a mathematics lecturer, Tekin Karada, over a controversial classroom slide referencing the Israeli-Palest...
24 Feb
Chabad.org
Are You a Joshnik?
23 Feb
Rabbi Gordon's Torah classes, despite being recorded over a decade ago, still resonate with many individuals, transforming lives and deepening spiritual prac...
23 Feb
Forward
We're losing the fight against antisemitism. Here's how to turn the tide
23 Feb
Emily Tamkin argues that the current strategies to combat antisemitism need significant rethinking, focusing on media literacy, revising Holocaust education,...
23 Feb
JTA
At US Commission on Civil Rights hearing, Jewish students warn against politicizing campus antisemitism
23 Feb
Jewish students, including University of Maryland's Tekoa Sultan-Reisler and Harvard's Tova Kaplan, voiced concerns to the US Commission on Civil Rights abou...
23 Feb
18forty
How Orthodox Jews Are Sharing Torah Knowledge Across Denominations
23 Feb
Orthodox Jews are actively sharing Torah knowledge with non-Orthodox Jews through programs like Partners Detroit and TorahMates. These initiatives offer stru...
23 Feb
Future of Jewish
The world no longer feels sorry for Jews. Now what?
23 Feb
Joshua Hoffman explores the evolving challenges of Jewish education regarding the memory of the Holocaust and its role in the narrative of Jewish identity an...
23 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
Israel and the Haredi conundrum
23 Feb
The article from eJewishPhilanthropy addresses the evolving role of the Haredi community in Israel, particularly in terms of military service. While traditio...
23 Feb
Tablet
Is It Time for American Jews to Consider Homeschooling?
20 Feb
Bethany S. Mandel advocates for homeschooling as a viable educational path for American Jewish families, especially in light of the rising costs of private J...
20 Feb
Forward
Trump and Biden officials clash over campus antisemitism actions as federal investigation kicks off
19 Feb
The recent federal investigation into campus antisemitism has sparked fierce debate between Trump and Biden administration officials over the enforcement of ...
19 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
We need to invest in Jewish ECE like Jewish life depends on It
19 Feb
Investing in Jewish Early Childhood Education (ECE) is crucial to maintaining active Jewish communities. The article highlights how closures of Jewish presch...
19 Feb
Israel: State of a Nation
Indian youth are increasingly shaped by Western campus culture.
19 Feb
This episode explores the growing influence of Western campus culture on Indian youth and its potential impact on the Indian-Israeli partnership. The discuss...
19 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
Jewish education needs tefillah
18 Feb
Rabbi Joshua Cahan advocates for a revitalized approach to tefillah (prayer) in Jewish day schools and camps, suggesting it should be an integral part of bot...
18 Feb
Mishpacha
Let’s Talk Let’s Talk The Making Of A Rebbi (feat. Rabbi Yoel Kramer)
18 Feb
In this installment of the podcast series The Learning Curve, hosts Rabbi Schonfeld and Rabbi Garfield navigate the practical challenges faced by parents and...
18 Feb
Lehrhaus
The Essence of Education
18 Feb
Glenn Dynner's book, "The Light of Learning: Hasidism in Poland on the Eve of the Holocaust," as reviewed by Jon Kelsen, explores the pivotal role of Hasidic...
18 Feb
Mishpacha
The Mother Myth
17 Feb
Cindy Scarr's article challenges the pervasive myth that mothers are solely to blame for their children's problems, using the story of Mimi, a mother whose s...
17 Feb
Mishpacha
In Defense of Seminary
17 Feb
Cindy Scarr argues for the spiritual and social merits of the post-high school seminary experience in Eretz Yisrael for Jewish young women. These programs no...
17 Feb
Chabad.org
Meet Miryam Swerdlov!
16 Feb
Miryam Swerdlov is an engaging personality known for her dynamic storytelling and deep insights into Jewish life and tradition. Often speaking about her expe...
16 Feb
Forward
As the last generation of Holocaust survivors die, is AI the future of Holocaust education?
16 Feb
With the aging population of Holocaust survivors posing a challenge to traditional Holocaust education, new initiatives are leveraging AI technology to prese...
16 Feb
Chabad.org
The Joshniks
16 Feb
Rabbi Yehoshua B. Gordon, affectionately known as Rabbi Josh, made a profound impact on countless individuals through his Torah classes, even a decade after ...
16 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
Where the sparks still fly: The future of Jewish supplementary education
13 Feb
Rabbi Joshua Rabin explores the innovative model of the Jewish Kids Groups (JKG) and their Jewish Afterschool Accelerator (JASA) program in Atlanta, emphasiz...
13 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
Mental health literacy is a national imperative for Israel, and philanthropy is making it a reality
12 Feb
Israel is confronting a severe mental health crisis exacerbated by recent attacks and ongoing tension. While the clinical mental health system is overwhelmed...
12 Feb
Forward
Forverts podcast, episode 5: Jewish Education
12 Feb
In the fifth episode of the Forverts podcast, the discussion centers on Jewish education, exploring its significance in maintaining cultural identity and com...
12 Feb
18forty
The Four Pillars That Actually Shape Jewish High School
12 Feb
Hillel Rapp examines the core values shaping Jewish high school education, emphasizing four pillars: mental wellness, social connection, inspiration, and aca...
12 Feb
Future of Jewish
In the UK, Jew-hatred is hijacking education.
12 Feb
In the UK, the National Education Union, the largest teaching union, has come under scrutiny for its perceived anti-Israel stance and the manner in which it ...
12 Feb
The Free Press
Columbia’s Modern Arab Studies Chair Contenders Have One Thing in Common: Hating Israel
12 Feb
Columbia University faces controversy over its attempt to reshape Middle Eastern studies in response to losing significant federal funding over antisemitism ...
12 Feb
Mishpacha
The Walkie-Talkies
10 Feb
An inspiring story from "Mishpacha," this article recounts the journey of a young camp attendee whose initial disappointment at not receiving a prize due to ...
10 Feb
Forward
Oklahoma board denies proposal for Jewish charter school — and lawyers up ahead of expected legal battle
10 Feb
The Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board has denied an application from the National Ben Gamla Jewish Charter School Foundation to establish a virtual Jew...
10 Feb
JTA
Oklahoma board denies proposal for Jewish charter school — and lawyers up ahead of expected legal battle
10 Feb
The Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board unanimously denied an application by the National Ben Gamla Jewish Charter School Foundation to establish a virtu...
10 Feb
JTA
Anne Frank and ‘Night’ may soon be required reading in Texas public schools. Is that good for the Jews?
9 Feb
In an effort to standardize education, Texas is considering a legislative move to make key Jewish texts, including Anne Frank's diary and Elie Wiesel's "Nigh...
9 Feb
JTA
Dana Bash and Matan Sivek to headline 4th annual Jewish Digital Summit
9 Feb
The Jewish Digital Summit, organized by 70 Faces Media, is returning for its fourth year with a focus on enhancing digital engagement within the Jewish commu...
9 Feb
Forward
Proposed laws aim to test the Supreme Court’s ban on public school-sponsored prayer
9 Feb
The ongoing legal battle over prayer in public schools is resurfacing, as several states propose new legislation to introduce Christian prayer time despite t...
9 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
The best spotters on the front lines of teen mental health? It’s often their peers
9 Feb
The Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) program, championed by The Jewish Education Project and BeWell, empowers Jewish teens to recognize mental health iss...
9 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
The morning after the Super Bowl: The reality facing today’s Jewish teens
9 Feb
For many Jewish teens, the aftermath of the Super Bowl spotlights an everyday battle with antisemitism, as highlighted by a poignant Super Bowl ad from Rober...
9 Feb
Forward
My university wants me to sign a loyalty oath — am I in America or Vichy France?
7 Feb
Robert Zaretsky, a historian specializing in modern France, discusses the troubling parallels between recent academic policies in Texas and historical events...
7 Feb
Future of Jewish
A Better Way to Teach Israel to Our Children
7 Feb
Adam Hummel challenges the traditional approach Jewish educators often take when teaching about Israel, which simplifies narratives and suppresses questionin...
7 Feb
Tablet
Needle Shock
5 Feb
In this provocative piece, Alexander Hope reflects on the peculiar experience of attending a graduate-level nutrition class taught by a non-nutritionist with...
5 Feb
Jewish History Lectures
AI, Jewish Jobs, and why you might consider becoming a Yoga Instructor
4 Feb
This lecture series from Lander College for Men, part of Touro University, focuses on the impact and opportunities of artificial intelligence (AI) in Jewish ...
4 Feb
Kveller
Did Elizabeth Banks Just Quote the Talmud?
4 Feb
Elizabeth Banks has been inspired by the wisdom of bar and bat mitzvah celebrations, sharing insights gained from these events with her followers. Recently, ...
4 Feb
Mishpacha
Eps 8. Let’s Talk Mailbag
4 Feb
Episode 8 of Mishpacha Magazine’s podcast features Rabbis Garfiel and Schonfeld addressing various listener queries from mail and voicemails. The discussion ...
4 Feb
Emes Ve-Emunah
Rabbi Shmaryahu (Sidney) Meltzer, ZTL
4 Feb
Rabbi Shmaryahu (Sidney) Meltzer, ZTL, was fondly remembered by a former student from his time at HTC's Yeshiva High School. The author reflects on their edu...
4 Feb
Future of Jewish
The Palestinian Schools That Teach Children Hate and Death
4 Feb
Leo Pearlman's essay sharply critiques the Palestinian education system for indoctrinating children with antisemitic and violent ideologies. Drawing from a r...
4 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
The ‘good problem’ highlighting a critical area for investment
4 Feb
Ramah Day Camp Greater DC, under Rabbi Jill Levy's leadership, faces a registration waitlist challenge that underscores a deeper issue of Jewish continuity. ...
4 Feb
eJewishPhilanthropy
Teaching hope: Israel education for today and tomorrow
3 Feb
The article discusses a new curriculum, "HaTikvah: Our Hope for Israel," designed to enhance Israel education for fourth and fifth graders by focusing on bui...
3 Feb
Mishpacha
Real Intelligence in the Age of AI
3 Feb
In "Real Intelligence in the Age of AI," Cindy Scarr explores the essential link between identity and intelligence, emphasizing the importance of recognizing...
3 Feb
Mishpacha
Anxious Toddler
3 Feb
Addressing a parent's concern about their suddenly anxious toddler, this article reassures that heightened anxiety is common around age two due to increased ...
3 Feb
Rationalist Judaism
A Yeshiva That Gets It Right
3 Feb
Natan Slifkin reflects on his experience visiting a hesder yeshiva in Akko during a Shabbaton, highlighting the contrast between the educational approaches o...
3 Feb
Lehrhaus
Old Mr. Kohen
3 Feb
Julian Alper recounts his youthful memories of sitting beside an elderly man, affectionately called "Mr. K," during synagogue services. Mr. K, along with his...
3 Feb