by Rachel Levitt Klein Dratch

At Prizmah we have had the joy of creating all sorts of professional development experiences, some with partner organizations and some on our own, working with each school to tailor the program for their specific needs and contexts. After having been a part of creating more

by Debbie Niderberg

At the heart of Hidden Sparks’ work is the belief that every child has unique talents, strengths, affinities and challenges. Teacher and student awareness of individual learning and behavior, strengths and challenges, empowers schools to create solutions that meet the needs

by Avi Posen and the UnPacked for Educators Team

In a world where there is so much that divides us, it’s often easy to forget how much our tradition believes in the power of unity. If there is one lesson we’ve learned over the last few years of the Covid pandemic, it is that distancing, socially or physically, can prevent us

by Tikvah Wiener

This summer will mark nine years since The Idea Institute (formerly the I.D.E.A. Schools Network) first started running the Summer Sandbox, a professional development conference for teachers interested in learning how to implement project-based learning (PBL)

by David Farbman

One of the great strengths of Jewish day schools is their independence. Each day school has the autonomy to shape the educational experience of the students in their care to their unique

by Ilisa Cappell and Gavi Elkind

YU Lead launched in 2012 as the first educational leadership program of its kind in the field. With the input of day school leaders, program leadership incorporated best

Prizmah provides support in professional development as a way for schools to invest in the success of their students, the growth of their community, and the values of their school. We work to customize a program to fit the needs of your school. Learn more here.

Have you explored our first ever digital Annual Impact Report yet? Your support has allowed Prizmah to have a major impact on more than 85,000 students in Jewish day schools across North America. You’ll definitely want to see the programs that day school investors like you support.

Taste of Endowment: A Deep Dive

In this series, join us expert Lori Kranczer walks you through the basics of endowment and how you can seamlessly incorporate this gift option into your existing development program with the tools you already have. Register Here.

Wednesday, March 9, and Tuesday, March 15
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET // 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM PT

Giving Circles: A Deep Dive

Join Amplifier, powered by the Jewish Federations of North America, for a two part series for day school professionals and lay leaders. Experience a taste of giving circles, diving into the rich conversations and learnings that these community experiences allow and explore all of the components of successful giving circles at day schools. Register Here.

Mondays, March 7 and March 14, 2022
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET // 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT

Leading Teams In Stress-Informed School Environments: A Deep Dive

Join day school administrators and heads of schools in a series of four 90-minute workshops as we deepen understanding around the patterns that arise in complex environments impacted by stress. In partnership with BaMidbar, we will explore critical questions about mental health and holistic wellness through a systems-wide, strategic, and clinically-informed lens. By the final workshop, we will begin to create action plans to effect real and meaningful change in our school communities. Register Here.

Tuesdays, March 8 and March 15, Monday, March 21, and Wednesday, March 30, 2022
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM ET // 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM PT

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Mental Health Summit

Engage in high level learning, collaboration and growth in the area of mental health in Jewish day schools. With teammates from your school and colleagues from across North America, explore best practices in mental health, practice what these theories look like when applied in schools, and develop methods and approaches for bringing these systems and supports back to your school. Learn more.

The Mental Health Summit is sponsored by the Ruderman Family Foundation.

New! Prizmah Podcast Live: Making Diversity a Strength in a Polarized Age 

Learn about Luria Academy’s journey of diversity from conception to reality. Head of School Amanda Pogany presents the success and challenges of leading a diverse community. Gain strategies for this work with students, faculty, and parents. Register Here.

Tuesday May 17, 2022
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET // 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM PT

The JTS: William Davidson School of Jewish Education offers The Hitlamdut Fellowship. The Fellowship's goal is to support novice Judaic Studies teachers in communities throughout North America. This unique fellowship enables coursework in pedagogic content knowledge, reflective practice, and