“Technology, like art, is a soaring exercise of the human imagination.” Technology has been significantly evolving in recent years, and educational technology is advancing along with it. From middle school to high schoolers, raised in a technology-focused world of cell phones, laptops, televisions, and other tech gadgets, they don’t even know what it’s like not […]
President’s Day is an opportunity to reflect on the contributions that our Presidents have made in the history of the United States. Through President’s Day, children can learn about our rich political heritage and the democratic process that has shaped our nation. The History of President’s Day Did you know that this Holiday was originally […]
“Children must be taught how to think, not what to think.” Empowering children to think independently is pivotal to setting them up for success. By encouraging problem-solving and inspiring idea generation, we can equip kids with opportunities to develop critical thinking skills that will serve them now and in real-life scenarios. Specifically, nurturing children’s […]
“Kindness: It costs nothing but means everything.” Gratitude, kindness, and charity are values that should be instilled in kids from an early age so they have a strong foundation for making good choices throughout their lives. One way to do this is by introducing them to the concept of mitzvah – doing good deeds for […]
“However enjoyable the holidays may have been, there is always a pleasurable excitement about going back to school…” During winter break, students enjoy quality time with family and friends and can also have a fun-filled time practicing learned skills through hands-on, meaningful activities outside the classroom setting. Having opportunities for research, practice, and studying […]
“A candle is a small thing. But one candle can light another. And see how its own light increases as a candle gives its flame to the other. You are such a light.” Hanukkah is one of the most beloved Jewish holidays, known as the “Festival of Lights,” and marks a particular time of year […]
“Gratitude is the inward feeling of kindness received. Thankfulness is the natural impulse to express that feeling.” The season of Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on all we are grateful for and to think about how we can express gratitude throughout the year. For many of us, it is also a time of […]
“Fair isn’t everybody getting the same thing. Fair is everybody getting what they need in order to be successful.” There is no question that all students should have the opportunity to be successful in school. No two children are exactly alike, and this is especially true when it comes to learning and studying. Some children […]
“The high holidays are a time of reflection, where we get a second chance in life…” Children are naturally curious about everything happening around them, and different holidays are no exception. They’ll want to know what the different holidays represent and why we celebrate them. Teaching lessons from the high holidays to elementary and […]
“Rosh Hashanah isn’t just about being new, it’s about a change.” Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, a time of reflection and repentance. It is one of the most important holidays in the Jewish calendar, and it holds special significance for us as we begin to reflect on the past year and look ahead […]
