Hebrew College is excited to be celebrating our Centennial Year with special events throughout 2021-2022, including this virtual Prozdor reunion on December 2, 2021.
Join the Prozdor alumni community for an evening of (re)connecting with friends and fellow alumni by decade, honoring beloved Prozdor teacher Mr. Norman Finkelstein, Proz ‘57 (right) for his 38 years of teaching (1982-2021), a blessing from Prozdor alumna and former director, Margie Berkowitz, and learning from guest teacher and alumnus, Dr. Jonathan Golden.
We are also excited to share the launch of the Norman Finkelstein Fund for Teen Learning at Hebrew College! Please join us in celebrating Norm’s legacy at Hebrew College and sustaining excellent Jewish education that is accessible to future generations of Boston area teens by making your gift here by December 1, 2021. **Please note “IHO Norm” in the comments box**
We hope to *see* you there, and that you will help us spread the word to fellow Prozdor alumni, teachers, and friends!
Curious what Judaism has to say about the big issues of today? Ready to make real change in the world? Want to learn more Modern Hebrew with teens from across the region and dive into excellent courses on Jewish history, arts, social justice, God talk, Israeli culture, and so much more?
Our menu of upcoming professional development includes a variety of offerings for continual growth and innovation to help educators like you deepen and broaden your experiences as professionals, empowering you to support your students and their families. #PD@HC
Are you seeking opportunities to explore Jewish identity and practice in ways that feel authentic?
Join CJP’s Boston-Haifa Connection, along with groundbreaking educators, musicians, artists, and clergy from the two partner cities for an afternoon of interactive learning, exploration, and rediscovery of Judaism.
Through innovative workshops offered by BINA: The Jewish Movement for Social Change, Hebrew College, and the Jewish Arts Collaborative (JArts), you’ll connect with other young adults from Boston and Haifa and explore new ways to apply Jewish wisdom to your daily life. See the choices below.
Participants will have the opportunity to attend two of the following 30-minute workshops:
Slytherin Torah: Jewish Identity Beyond Bloodline with Akiva Nelson
As assimilation and intermarriage become more prevalent throughout the global Jewish community, is it possible to rethink Jewish identity beyond bloodline?
The Breath of Life: Ancient Israel & Yogic Breathing Practice with Yaakov Ginsberg-Schreck
We’ll examine the nature of the breath in Torah — and engage in a brief neshama/breath practice ourselves — with an eye toward uncovering ancient Israelites’ experience of Nishmat Hayyim (the breath of life).
Sacred Work: Activism as Spiritual Practice
with Rabbi Lila Kagedan
Join a conversation about the Jewish role in leading the fight for social, economic, and environmental justice and explore the connection between social justice work and sacred work.
Delightful Desayunos: Practicing Shabbat, Sephardic-style with Sara Gardner
Discover the Sephardic custom of desayuno, the meal traditionally eaten after Shabbat morning services. Learn what this tradition can offer us in our lives and pick up some great recipes and tips to make your own desayuno extra delicious.
Between Shamaim (Heaven) and Eretz (Earth)
with Ariel Magal
When the world was created, which came first, the Shamaim or the Eretz? What are the implications of the answer to that question on our lives, between sanctity and secularism?
Create Your “Jewish Identity” Self-Portrait with Israel-based mosaic muralist Mia Schon
Mia’s paper mosaic workshop will guide you in a step-by-step process to create your own custom portrait using supplies from home. Please note: This workshop is for all levels. Beginners are welcome! All you need is a glue stick, a pair of scissors, and a magazine.
Join us Monday May 24 at 11 am – noon Eastern Daylight Time as we welcome Dr. Miriam Heller Stern, National Director of the HUC-JIR School of Education; Associate Professor of Education at HUC.
Please come prepared to do some hands-on work that will stimulate your creativity. If you can have two pieces of different colored paper handy that would be great.
This session is part of Hebrew College’s continuing series For Our Teachers and Their Students which strives to provide inspiring Professional Development conversations in a community of educators. This program is generously funded by CJP.
Please check out our online recordings from previous sessions including our last session on April 19 with Jonathan Krasner and Sarah Benor.
Join the Prozdor alumni community for an evening of (re)connecting with friends and fellow alumni by decade, honoring beloved Prozdor teacher Mr. Norman Finkelstein, Proz ‘57 (right) for his 38 years of teaching (1982-2021), a blessing from Prozdor alumna and former director, Margie Berkowitz, and learning from guest teacher and alumnus, Dr. Jonathan Golden.
