Seasons of Jewish Pride

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Picture your learners dancing with the Torah not just because “that’s what we do,” but truly as a manifestation of joy and pride in Jewish identity. Imagine Chanukah celebrations where learners see themselves woven into the collective story of the Jewish people. What if Purim became an opportunity to explore when and how we boldly express our Jewish identity in the world?

Join us for Seasons of Jewish Pride, a webinar series designed to help educators reimagine holiday learning and celebrations through the lens of building Jewish pride. In advance of Simchat Torah, Chanukah, and Purim, we’ll explore how these holidays can be powerful catalysts for helping learners develop Jewish confidence and cultivate a connection to Judaism that adds lasting value to their lives. Together we’ll consider how intentional holiday programming can foster deeper connections to Jewish wisdom, strengthen positive Jewish self-image, and empower learners to express their Jewish identities with confidence. Sign up for any or all!

Additionally, on the Friday following each webinar, join an “open collaboration” session where you’ll translate inspiration into action. Turn ideas into immediate implementation plans for your specific setting with peer support and expert guidance.

Preparing for Simchat Torah Recording

Preparing for Chanukah Recording

Preparing for Purim Recording

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Setting

After School and Beyond
Educator Training
Congregational Learning
Day Schools and Yeshivas
Early Childhood
Family Engagement
Teen Engagement

Mara Braunfeld

Mara Braunfeld serves as Senior Manager of the Think-Action Lab at The Jewish Education Project, helping to innovate in structure, pedagogy, and content across diverse Jewish educational environments. A Jewish educator with two decades of experience, Mara has held leadership roles at Hadar, Temple Israel Center (White Plains), JCC Manhattan, and Temple Shaaray Tefila (Bedford Corners). She earned her B.A. from Brandeis University and a Master's in Jewish Education from Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion. Mara brings a deep commitment to progressive, pluralistic Jewish education and to building meaningful, relational communities.

Dr. Samantha Vinokor-Meinrath

Dr. Samantha Vinokor-Meinrath, Ed.D., is the Senior Director of Knowledge, Ideas and Learning at The Jewish Education Project. A lifelong Jewish educator and learner, Samantha has lived and worked in Jewish communities in Israel, Washington DC, Cleveland, and New York. Samantha is a recognized expert on Israel education, Jewish teens, antisemitism education, and Jewish peoplehood. She is the author of #antisemitism: Coming of Age During the Resurgence of Hate, a finalist for the National Jewish Book Award in the category of Education and Jewish Identity. She is an alumna of the University of Pittsburgh, the Jewish Theological Seminary, and Gratz College. Samantha lives in Westchester with her husband, two children, and two beloved rescue dogs.