The Ultimate Back-to-School Supplies List for Jewish Day Schools
With school almost back in session, it’s time to go back-to-school shopping. A parent’s list for their child can be different depending on the...
Congregation Rodeph Shalom Launching After-School Program
The Jewish After School Accelerator program announced last month that Congregation Rodeph Shalom in Center City is joining its third cohort of synagogues chosen...
Day Schools to Connect American, Israeli Students During 2024-’25 School Year
At Jewish day schools in the Philadelphia area, Israel is always part of the curriculum. Therefore, post-Oct. 7 and at a time of rising...
Why Is Pennsylvania Still Short on Teachers?
Before the pandemic began, education professionals in Pennsylvania were sounding the alarm about the beginnings of a teacher shortage.
Rowan Professor Finishes Late Colleague’s Book on Confederate Jewish Woman
Dianne Ashton, a professor of world religion and philosophy at Rowan University, died in January 2022. At the time, she was working on her...
Barrack Educator Wins Award
Rabbi Judd Kruger Levingston understands the literal end goal of secondary education: Get a student to college or some other launch point toward a...
Kaiserman JCC, King of Prussia Synagogue Partnering to Open Preschool
The Kaiserman JCC’s Robert J. Wilf Preschool & Kindergarten has a waitlist of 50 families, according to JCC Chief Operating Officer Amy Foster.
To accommodate...
YOU SHOULD KNOW…Penn Hillel’s Jenna Ferman
In 2021, Jenna Ferman was living in New York City, studying at the Jewish Theological Seminary and enjoying time with her friends.
She knew she...
Chabad at Rowan Building Jewish Student Center
For 10 years, Rabbi Hersh Loschak and Rebbetzin Fraidy Loschak have made their Chabad home in their actual home on Hamilton Road just off...
Gratz Buys Main Line Property to Host Public Programming, Serve as Cultural Center
In the 21st century, Gratz College has become known for its online class offerings. Gratz’s two primary degree programs — a master’s degree in...