The way we speak has a profound impact on the world around us. This is the core message behind Shalom Learning’s upcoming unit on Koach Hadibbur כֹּחַ הַדִבּוּר ​​, which translates to “the power of words.” This unit overview webinar was designed to help understand the weight of our words and how to use them for good. Grade 3-4 Learning Objectives  Third graders explore how speech can be a powerful tool within their families. Activities focus on using language for positive purposes such as praying together, listening attentively, and offering help. For fourth graders, the focus shifts ..read more

Congregation Achduth Vesholom, in Fort Wayne, Indiana is the oldest Jewish congregation in Indiana bringing together Jewish families to celebrate the joy of Judaism since 1848. The name Achduth Vesholom means “unity and peace” and they are committed to being a supportive family that shares joy and hard work to better the world. A proud history of religious school Achduth Vesholom had a long history of teaching in-person religious school on Sundays and Hebrew school on Wednesdays. Each class had its own curriculum with volunteer teachers. They had small in-person classes but as Leise Rosman, th ..read more

Learn more about ShalomLearning’s podcast, and about what’s in store for future episodes. Listen Now The post Welcome to Educate & Elevate – We’re So Glad That You’re Here appeared first on ShalomLearning ..read more

Welcome back to Educate & Elevate! We’re excited to continue our conversation with Charlie Sherman, Head of School at Am Yisrael’s School of Jewish Studies (SJS) in Northfield, IL. In this episode, Charlie dives deeper into his strategies for fostering a successful and inclusive learning environment at SJS. He highlights the critical role of community support, showcasing the impact of an Inclusion Specialist. This specialist empowers both learners and educators by providing individualized support and adapting classrooms to meet learner’s needs. Charlie also explores the power of technology ..read more

Looking for ways to create a welcoming and inclusive Jewish learning environment? In this episode, we chat with Charlie Sherman, Head of School at Am Yisrael’s School of Jewish Studies (SJS) in Northfield, IL. Charlie shares his insights on fostering a vibrant school community through innovative approaches. We delve into the impact of a strong madrichim program (teaching assistants) and how teen leaders play a crucial role in supporting their peers. He also emphasizes the importance of investing in educators and professional lay leaders, highlighting the connection between strong staff support ..read more

The current worldwide spike in antisemitism comes with serious concerns not just the physical, but also the emotional well-being of Jewish children. Many antisemitic claims are not related to the average North American Jew, but it can be easy to internalize these messages of hate and believe that being Jewish harms the world.  Many leading mental health and educational professionals are promoting the concept of increasing Jewish pride as a way to combat antisemitism.   As Jewish educators, we must find ways to help our students cope with the effects of antisemitism.  Shalom ..read more

Learn more about the Jewish Education Project’s DEI-B e-course, and ShalomLearning’s professional development series. Listen Now The post Learning More About The Jewish Education Project’s DEI-B e-course appeared first on ShalomLearning ..read more

ShalomLearning was founded to meet the evolving educational needs of today’s Jewish community in an engaging, relevant, affordable, and accessible way. Just as we need to update our curriculum to stay relevant and modern, we also need to keep our logo and website updated to reflect our mission and values. We are excited to announce the launch of our new logo and website that demonstrates who we are as a company. What our new logo represents Our new logo reflects innovative Jewish education and is no longer tied to one specific Jewish tradition or holiday. The Jewish star demonstrates our commi ..read more

Professional Development that Supports Educators and Empowers Learners ShalomLearning has always been committed to the professional development of our educators. We know that Jewish educators are the backbone of our community and have the power to shape the future of our learners. We offer a range of programs and resources, including training, a community of practice, and special webinars, to continually support our educators. We recently hosted a special webinar series focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI-B). The Importance of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging ..read more

Professional Development that Supports Educators and Empowers Learners In an era where antisemitism is on the rise globally, Jewish tweens and teens are acutely aware of this concerning trend. Recognizing the impact on students’ personal lives and their identities as Jews in the modern world, educators play a crucial role in addressing these challenges. This series is designed to empower educators with the knowledge, tools, and skills necessary to tackle the issue of rising antisemitism within their classrooms. Session Overview: Equipping Educators to Address Antisemitism The series focuses on ..read more