Wrestling with Big Questions in Third Grade by Jessica Rivo, Teacher and Jewish Studies Curriculum Lead at Temple Beth Ahm (Rambam Day School), and Pardes Day School Educators Program ’17-’19 Teaching Parshat Hashavua to my third graders at Rambam Day…
Educator resources, Meaning-making, Pedagogy of facilitation
On Jan 24, we held a deep and refreshing webinar on Israel Education with Israel education expert, with Professor Sivan Zakai, Hebrew Union College – Jewish Institute for Religion. From veteran cohort 5 PEP alumni to our current graduating cohort…
Critical issues, Democracy, Educator resources, Meaning-making, Pedagogy of facilitation, Zionism
By Sarah Levy, Head of School, Einstein Academy. Pardes Day School Educators Program ’08-’10 After a little over a year of planning, Einstein Academy opened its doors (in the midst of a worldwide pandemic) in the fall of 2020. I…
Educator resources, Meaning-making, Pedagogy of facilitation, Self & spirituality, Personal transformation
Wrapping up the school year is an important part of the flow of the school year. This google doc gives practical help and ideas that you can use and is broken down into three separate goals/purposes, any two or all…
Educator resources, Meaning-making, Pedagogy of facilitation, Self & spirituality, Reflection
At what age does a child become an adult? The classic Bar mitzvah speech used to be “Today I am a man!” but, really? Do you know any 13-year old who is an adult? Learn all the details and more…
Tanakh, Torah, Bamidbar (Numbers), Bamidbar, Educator resources, Meaning-making
We live in an era of extreme economic disparities. Gaps between rich and poor are increasing. Does Judaism have anything to say about our economic systems? Learn all the details and more by downloading this week’s Parsha Discussion with Rabbi…
Tanakh, Torah, Vayikra (Leviticus), Bechukotai, Behar, Educator resources
Wrapping up the school year – ONLINE EDITION Wrapping up the school year is an important part of the flow of the school year. This year it will happen very differently from others. This Google Doc gives practical help and…
Educator resources, Meaning-making, Pedagogy of facilitation, Self & spirituality, Reflection
As our world becomes more automated, as sensors and smart-home devices become more prevalent, should we be allowed to make use of automated technologies on Shabbat? After all, we don’t really activate the mechanism; they respond to us! In response…
Tanakh, Torah, Vayikra (Leviticus), Emor, Educator resources, Meaning-making
Produced by Jonah Peretz, Pardes Day School Educators Program ’16-’17, this study guide for Mishna Seder Zeraim is thoughtful, in-depth and timely. It combines text learning with teachings, reflections and questions that deepen our understanding of the impact of Coronavirus. …
Educator resources, Meaning-making, Mishnah, Pedagogy of facilitation
Our Parsha, or parshiot introduce a concept of cultural differentiation – Chukat HaGoy – between Israel and the nations that surround us. Learn all the details and more by downloading this week’s Parsha Discussion with Rabbi Alex Israel! To read…
Tanakh, Torah, Vayikra (Leviticus), Acharei Mot, Kedoshim, Educator resources
Contributor: Jessica Lissy Trey, Pardes Day School Educators Program ’02-’04, Hannah Senesh Community Day School I had my 8th graders create Pesach-themed online escape rooms. They worked in break out rooms in zoom in groups of 3 – 4. Here’s…
Educator resources, Meaning-making, Pedagogy of facilitation
Facilitating Discussion and Student Sharing for Online Teaching Led by Penny Joel, PCJE Director of Experiential Education, and Susan Yammer, PCJE Director of Novice Teacher Support. Using familiar tools we model different techniques that enhance online learning for students. You’ll…
Critical issues, Mahloket Matters/conflict resolution, Educator resources, Meaning-making, Pedagogy of facilitation
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