November 6th may be the end of political ads, but it’s unlikely to be the end of political drama. Will we even know anything? Some may be happy; others despairing. We’re exhausted
Let’s come together with Dr. Betsy Stone to debrief, to console, to share, to celebrate. This will be a caring space. All views are welcome!
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- Family Engagement
Betsy Stone is a Yale-educated retired psychologist who lectures internationally on issues of psychological wellness, trauma and post-traumatic growth, generational differences and many other topics. She consults with clergy, leads Scholar in Residence weekends and supports Jewish professionals. Her work is published in eJewishPhilanthropy and the Times of Israel. She is engaging, knowledgeable and approachable.
Rabbi David E. Levy is the Director, Field Consultation at The Jewish Education Project. His primary work focuses on supporting congregational educators across the country to explore the big questions in Jewish Education, and how they are particularly positioned to respond to them. Prior to The Jewish Education Project, David worked at Westchester Reform Temple for a decade, where he served as the Associate Rabbi and the Director of the Jewish Learning Lab. He also has extensive experience working with Jewish camps, and as a consultant. David received Rabbinic ordination and a Masters in Religious Education from the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems from Drexel University.
Ivy Schreiber is the Managing Director, Professional Learning and Growth at The Jewish Education Project. Her current work focuses on supporting Jewish educators towards adopting new models that lead to thriving and are responsive to today’s learners and families. Prior to The Jewish Education Project, Ivy worked at B’nai Jeshurun (BJ) in NYC for a decade, where she served as the Education Director, and also has experience in Jewish camping and as a consultant to synagogues. Ivy holds an MA in Jewish Education from the Davidson School at JTS, is an alum of the Leadership Institute, and is a Wexner Field Fellow. Ivy lives in Westchester with her husband and three children.
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