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The JTeach staff each week composes an article on timely and critical issues that must be analyzed through the lens of Jewish Education and how these issues impact our lives.

STOP IT September 15, 2021-9 Tishre, 5782

Stop It As we approach Yom Kippur, I am reminded of a Mad TV sketch in which the great comedian Bob Newhart

Every Activity – A Gourmet Activity September 1, 2021-24 Elul, 5781

Every Activity – A Gourmet Activity! Designing educational activities is a complex endeavor that requires time, knowledge, and expertise. The process of

What I did During Summer Vacation Wednesday, August 25, 2021 – 17 Elul 5781

With students all over North America returning to classrooms this month, “What I Did Over Summer Vacation” will likely be a hot

Hillel Knows Best Tuesday, August 17, 2021 – 9 Elul 5781

The great Sage Hillel was referred to as Hillel HaGadol (Hillel the Great) because of his status and wisdom. He spent much

Living With Uncertainty Wednesday, August 11, 2021 – 3 Elul 5781

We are living in unprecedented times. Educators around the world are grappling with the new reality of having to make many decisions

Achieve your Highest Potential Wednesday, August 4, 2021 – 26 Av 5781

What does it mean to be an entrepreneur? I could barely spell the word, let alone say it out loud. Being an

Greatness and Goodness July 28,2021 19 Av 5781

Katie Ledecky lost a race at the Olympics. I do not follow competitive swimming but I know that her losing, especially in

Why Judge? Wednesday, July 21, 2021 – 12 Av 5781

Numbers and data do not always reveal the full scope of a situation. It is only one method for determining an outcome.

Summer Camp July 14, 2021 -5, Av 5781

Why do kids go to summer camp? On the surface, it is about giving kids the opportunity to engage in outdoor play