The team that brought you Devash Magazine and The Devash Megillat Esther is thrilled to announce the December 8 release of The Devash Jr. Book of Shemot! This beautifully-illustrated volume for children ages 4 and up includes the story of each Torah portion, questions for conversation, and hands-on ways for kids to bring the parashah to life....
At this time of year, we focus on igniting the light of Jewish joy within our students. Facing History's two-day lesson on Forging Jewish Identity as a Minority examines the story of Chanukah and introduces students to the richness and complexity of Jewish identity. The Facing History collection of resources on Jewish identity acts as a guide to...
Nov. 20, 1-1:30 pm ET. Via Zoom. Free. Registration required at https://www.brandeis.edu/mandel/events/learning-about-learning.html#lal-zhhf How the Conflict Shapes the Israeli Classroom | Learning about Learning with Professor Ziva Hassenfeld and Dr. Hadar Fisher In a time of continued war and exhaustion, how are teachers in Israel teaching, and...
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 1:30-2:45pm ET via Zoom Two years after October 7, that date seems to mark a watershed in Jewish life around the world, including in North America. In this webinar, we will explore how American Jewish educators and Jewish educational institutions have responded, how the changed environment has affected their work, and how they...
Expanding narratives of Jewish identity helps to fight antisemitism and honors the vibrancy of Jewish life. This resource collection from Facing History & Ourselves offers lessons and strategies to introduce students to the richness and complexity of Jewish identity as well as the tensions between identity preservation and assimilation....
What Rabbinical Students Say They Need From Their Training Cantor Laura Stein October 23, 2025, 1-1:30pm ET Spiritual formation has long been considered an important part of theological education for seminary students in Christian contexts, but what about students in Jewish seminaries? In a recent study of Jewish seminarians' perspectives of...
In preparation for the marking of October 7, Facing History’s Jewish Education program will be joined by Dr. Jonathan Golden as we explore how commemoration and conversation in the classroom can help to cultivate a sense of agency, resilience, and hope in Jewish school communities. Register to join us virtually on September 29th: bit.ly/4nlhKo0...
Sept. 18, 2025 1-1:30 ET via Zoom Free and open to the public. Registration required at https://www.brandeis.edu/mandel/events/learning-about-learning.html#lal-lasz Bringing the Big World into the Little Classroom | Learning About Learning with Dr. Lauren Applebaum and Professor Sivan Zakai What issues in the contemporary world matter most to...
Founded by Rav Yosef Zvi Rimon, Sulamot creates innovative Judaic studies curricula that make Torah learning accessible, inspiring, and engaging for students of all ages. Blending Jewish texts with 21st-century technology, Sulamot empowers students to think critically, collaborate, and grow in their love of Torah. For more information, contact...
How do we talk about things that matter? Engaging in civil discourse means bringing your mind, heart, and conscience to reflective conversations, in ways that allow you to extend your understanding in dialogue with others. In this virtual workshop, we will center an approach to intentional dialogue that includes four core components: humility,...
The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History (The Weitzman) seeks an entrepreneurial, dynamic, visionary, and strategic leader to serve as its Director of Education. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this individual will be responsible for advancing the Museum’s mission through innovative and engaging educational programming...
Developed specifically for educators in Jewish settings, this comprehensive unit on the Holocaust offers a unique opportunity for students to explore this pivotal moment in history. Through 27 lessons, students will examine the Nazi dictatorship and its impact on society, while also considering the relevance of this history to Jewish identity...
How do we a build a culture that values teachers? What can administrators do to increase teacher status in their schools? How can teachers make their classrooms centers of learning and respect? Herzog Global’s third Jewish Educators’ Day will address this topic on Monday, July 28, 2025, as part of the Yemei Iyun B’Tanakh at Herzog College in...
In today’s interconnected world, the need to sustain democratic societies that are pluralistic, open, and resilient to violence has never been more urgent. Join us in this facilitated online course, "Holocaust and Human Behavior," where you will delve into the profound moral questions raised by one of history’s darkest chapters. This course is...
Antisemitism on Campus After October 7 https://www.brandeis.edu/mandel/events/campus-after-october-7.html June 4, 1-2:15 1 - 2:15 pm ET via Zoom Free. Registration required at https://www.brandeis.edu/mandel/events/campus-after-october-7.html In this special event, authors from a recent themed issue of Journal of Jewish Education will discuss...
