Tag: Jewish Education

In the 1990s, a significant shift occurred in American Jewish priorities where attention turned from external threats to internal challenges within the community.
Rabbi Amanda Schwartz reflects on the importance of service learning in Jewish education as a means to instill Jewish values and create mensches.
Rabbi Dovid Bashevkin suggests that Modern Orthodoxy (MO) in America may need to embrace Kabbalah and Chassidus to survive; contrasting MO's less stringent observance with the Charedi community's dedication to Halacha and Jewish studies, the author argues that the future of Judaism lies with the right-wing Centrists or Charedim due to their commitment and growing numbers.
The Etgar Quiz no 270 featured questions on Jewish knowledge and technology.
The article discusses the role of university presidents amidst campus turbulence, referencing a story from Haverford College in 1986 and the recent challenges on campuses across the country.
The author discusses the importance of creating a culture of learning for women in Torah study, particularly in Gemara and Talmud, similar to the vibrant environment commonly found among male learners in Jewish houses of study.
Amanda Pogany, the director of a Jewish day school in Brooklyn, became a consultant for Sesame Street, providing input on episodes that showcase Jewish traditions such as making challah for Shabbat and celebrating intercultural aspects like Cuban and Jewish heritage.
The text humorously discusses applying the Social Justice Playbook to support Jews.
A group of second-grade Jewish girls from Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School in Chicago embarked on a remarkable advocacy trip to Washington.
Sarah Schenirer, a significant figure in Jewish education, founded the Bais Yaakov network in Poland over a century ago, providing Orthodox Jewish girls with both religious and secular education.
This episode discusses the life of Korczak, focusing on his Jewish responses and actions despite his lack of formal Jewish education.
Young Jews are increasingly distancing themselves from Jewish institutions due to conflicts surrounding Zionism and Israel.
The video introduces a new 4-week online course where participants will learn how to dig their own Rabbit Hole, available for registration at CreativeJudaism.com.
The article discusses the difference between the Medical Approach and the Social Model of disability, using the example of a controversial video by Mr. Beast curing blindness for 1,000 people to illustrate the misunderstanding surrounding disability.
Rav Aharon Lichtenstein's paper from 1981 outlines the Hesder program's unique approach, allowing religious students to combine military service with Torah study.
Michael Lewis, assistant head of Jewish education at Immanuel College, has been nominated for the TES annual awards for educators as subject lead of the year for secondary schools.
The video explores the tale of a mythical monster whose remains are employed in dark magic in the context of Parshat Kedoshim.
The UK government is considering lifting entry restrictions on faith free schools, potentially allowing more Charedi Jewish schools to enter the state system.
Rabbi Schonfeld and Rabbi Garfield discuss burning questions parents have about raising children in relation to Gemara on the first episode of "Lets Talk Gemara."
The text discusses instances of anti-Israel protests on university campuses, highlighting support for Hamas, calls for Palestinian scholarships and jobs, and violent demonstrations, with some protesters affiliated with extremist groups.
Rabbi Yitsy David, a Sephardic Jew, is working to promote and preserve the diverse heritage and culture of Sephardi and Mizrahi Jews in the UK, aiming to educate Jewish schools about their history and traditions.
The article discusses the significance of a class photo belonging to the author's grandfather, who survived the Holocaust, and his classmates who were mostly killed by the Nazis.
The text discusses the prevalent use of the metaphor of the "Jewish journey" in describing Jewish experiences and suggests shifting focus to a new metaphor: "Jewish homecoming."
Eight-year-old Daniel Marquez from Mississauga, Ont., became the 2024 JewQ world champion, winning the annual Jewish knowledge competition hosted by Chabad.
"Israelism," a documentary by Erin Axelman and Sam Eilertsen, follows the journeys of young American Jews Simone Zimmerman and Eitan from passionate advocates for Israel to outspoken critics.