Brain Breaks
A brain break is a short period of time in which students stop classroom work and engage in an activity — perhaps... Read More
Embracing “What’s Next?”
Engaging in professional development opportunities can increase skills and provide new insights at any stage of one’s career. As you anticipate next steps... Read More
Something New Under the Sun
New beginnings offer chances for professional development. Use this innovative lesson to engage with your staff in text study about the... Read More
Beyond Classroom Helpers: Building Connected Communities
Madrichim programs serve as key components of many synagogues’ teen engagement programs. High school students, and sometimes post-B’nai Mitzvah middle schoolers, assist in a wide... Read More
Self-Study Interactive Form
As a new school year begins and the New Year approaches, use the guide below to promote self awareness in your teachers... Read More
Suicide in Our Communities: Learning Signs, Asking Questions, Getting Help
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among adolescents in the United States. As Jewish educational leaders, we have an obligation to... Read More
Suicide and Mental Health Selected Bibliography
Use this annotated bibliography to source additional essays and lessons on a wide-range of mental health... Read More
Mental Health Resources
Our guide provides access to learn about common mental health conditions, listen to first-person stories of struggle and survival, read discussions on... Read More
Jewish Wisdom on Help, Despair and Hope
These newly developed text study and discussion sheets engage teens and adults in an exploration of the varying ways the Jewish tradition responds... Read More
Welcoming LGBTQ Families into your School or Organization
This document is meant to give you guidance for welcoming LGBT and transitioning parents or students into your school or organization. It... Read More
Measles Outbreak Resources for Educators
In response to the growing measles outbreak, we reached out to Sherry E. Weingart, MPH, Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Illinois at... Read More