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Following the events of October 7th, the Jewish world is experiencing profound upheaval intersecting every aspect of our lives –personally, communally, nationally, in Israel and across the globe.
Jewish Day schools are no different. They must adapt to situations not experienced before, requiring rethinking former assumptions in varied fields from Israel education to wellness and resilience training. Now, more than ever, we need to reexamine our priorities and reflect on what is most needed in this hour.
This book is an attempt to encourage a serious discussion about how the events of the past year are impacting Jewish formal Jewish day school education. It is an outgrowth of a mission to Israel of Jewish educational leaders. This mission was made possible through a partnership between UnitEd and The Ministry for Diaspora Affairs and Combatting Antisemitism, the Education Department of the WZO, the Pincus Fund and the Koret Center.
The book seeks to provide insights and perspectives that will help guide Jewish education in the coming years, reflecting on how the field can adapt in the face of new challenges. It contains current data and research in the field as well as thought pieces and reflections, capturing this moment in Jewish history.
Our goal is to advance understanding of the current condition of formal Jewish education around the world and how it might remain resilient and vibrant during these turbulent times.
Global Jewish Educational Leadership Solidarity Mission to Israel
This book is an outcome of a special solidiraty mission. in january 2024, 30 Jewish Educational Leaders from across the world came to Israel to participate in a solidarity mission. The mission was co-sponsored by UnitEd with the Ministry for Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism, the World Zionist Organization, the Pincus Fund for Jewish Education and the Koret Center for Jewish Civilization.
The delegation met with Israeli educators, government officials, and toured the kibbutzim around Gaza. In addition, discussions and workshops were conducted regarding the issue: “Where is Jewish education in World Jewry headed?” The goal of the mission was to formulate new directions for Jewish Education, following the new realities after Oct. 7 and the need to adapt to it.
