The month of Elul is full of anticipation with a new school year already begun, and all the fall holidays coming soon. Enjoy these holiday resources. Please be in touch about how I can support you teaching this year. It is my pleasure to help in any way I can.

Tzipi Altman-Shafer
Jewish Education Community Planner
CJL Newsletter
Elul 5776 -- September 2016

It's Not Too Late to Weigh In:
The Milwaukee Jewish Federation has convened a Task Force on Jewish Education. We are exploring ways to strengthen Jewish education in Milwaukee for students from kindergarten through age 18. We are looking at formal Jewish education (such as day schools and religious schools) and informal education (such as Jewish camps and youth groups). Ultimately the Task Force will make a funding recommendation about Jewish education to the Federation board. 

We have created a survey that asks questions to reach as many people in the community as possible. We would appreciate it if you would share the survey social media. The survey should take no more than 10 minutes to complete.
Take the survey here. If you have questions about this survey please contact me 414-963-2718 or [email protected]
CJL's E-NEWSLETTER
This newsletter is published on the first day of every Jewish month. We welcome your feedback and invite you to join us as we explore the joys of Jewish learning in Milwaukee and beyond. Share your feedback here.
CJL'S MISSION
The Coalition for Jewish Learning, the Education Department of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation, promotes and advances Jewish education in the greater Milwaukee community, provides a support system for the community's institutions of Jewish learning, and forges coalitions to ensure excellence in Jewish education.
CSI Back to School Teacher In-Service
On August 28, about 30 local educators gathered to learn  together  and get ideas for the new  school  year. The program introduced the theme of this year's CSI classes: Project Based Learning. Teachers had the opportunity to learn from amazing local educators. Special thanks to Linsey Kimmel for her presentation about Genius Hour. See pictures from the event here .
Here are a few comments teachers shared about the morning:


"I'm excited to be a facilitator and try new projects."
"[Learning] in smaller groups made me feel more confident to participate in discussions."
"So many ideas about an innovative approach to teaching. I will be using [it] this year." 

Save the Date for the 5777  Salute to Jewish Educators : 
Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017 3:30-5 pm
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC

Join the community as we celebrate and honor the hard work of all our educators.
Nomination forms are available (click the title below). Please nominate someone you would like to see recognized this year.
 Looking for a Job in a Local Jewish School?

For information about local job opportunities, please check out the  CJL Job Board. To add information about jobs, please contact Tzipi at  [email protected].
October 3-4, 2016

Rosh Hashanah celebrates the creation of the world 5777 years ago. It is the day when Jews around the world come together with families and friends to rejoice and give thanks, but also to reflect on the past year and pray for life and health in the year to come. 

Rosh Hashanah is known by the following names:
Head of the year  ראֹש הַשַנָה  
Day of Judgment  יוֹם הַדִין 
Day of Remembering  יוֹם הַזִיכַרוֹן 
Day of Blowing the Shofar  יוֹם תְרוּעַה 

There are many resources available for learning (and teaching)  about Rosh Hashanah. Here are a few to get you started:

 

CSI - Milwaukee  is CJL's Congregational School Initiative. The program includes classes for teachers, seminars for educational directors, grants, school assessments, curriculum writing, and consultation.

2016-17 Classes
Times, dates, and locations subject to change. Check the CJL Newsletter monthly for updates.
 
Wednesday, September 14, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Congregation Beth Israel Ner Tamid
Fall Holiday Workshop
This workshop will include text study, how to teach the fall holidays through technology, and art projects.
 
Wednesday, November 2, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC
Project Based Learning: Creating Lessons
Learn more about how to create lessons and units for Project Based Learning. We will explore examples of successful PBL units and practice creating them.
 
Sunday, November 20, 2 - 5 pm
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC
Global Day of Jewish Learning
Join with Jews around the world studying the same theme on the same day. This year we will explore Under the Same Sky: "The Earth is Full of Your Creations." We will learn about our world and nature. Presenters include:  Rabbi Marc Berkson,  Rabbi David Cohen,  Rabbi Hannah Greenstein , Rabbi Yehoshua Landes, and  Rabbi Rachel Marks.
 
Monday, December 12, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC
Project Based Learning: Technology
Explore how teachers and students can utilize technology to enhance Project Based Learning. Technology should be used as a tool, not as an end onto itself.
 
Sunday, January 15, 4 - 6 pm
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC
Love and Logic Part 2 with Trudy Sirkis
Last year Trudy Sirkis did an introduction to using Love and Logic in the classroom. At this class she will present more strategies and approaches to working with children in a way that is nurturing and empowering to both students and teachers. Even if you missed last year's class, there will be lots for you to learn at this session.

Monday, January 30, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC
Project Based Learning: "Real" Outcomes
What is the difference between students responding to scenarios and real-life situations? Explore how to create outcomes that are real and meaningful as you use Project Based Learning in your classroom.
 
Sunday, Feb. 19, 9 am - 12 pm
Congregation Emanu-El B'ne Jeshurun
Winter In-service
Join with teachers throughout Milwaukee for a second day of learning and inspiration. Reflect on the year so far and explore Project Based Learning techniques for the spring.
 
Wednesday, March 1, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Congregation Beth Israel Ner Tamid
Purim Workshop
This workshop will include text study, ideas about teaching the Purim through technology, art projects.
 
Monday, March 27, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC
Teaching the Whole Child
Children cannot learn unless they feel safe, happy, and valued. This class will explore how to meet the social and emotional needs of our students so that they are able to learn.
 
New at CSI

If you are interested in any of these programs, please contact Tzipi Altman-Shafer for more information. Times, dates, and locations to be announced.
  
This class will meet monthly to explore learning, spirituality, and social action 
as individuals  and  teachers. Teachers who participate regularly in this class will earn the CSI stipend for the year.
 
Monday, November 7, 7:30 pm
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC
This book club will read books related to Jewish education. The group will meet several times a year. Participation in the book club will count towards CSI stipend hours.
 
This year teachers can earn CSI credits by attending classes throughout the community and then writing an article or presenting a CSI session about how to use what they learned in their classrooms. Classes must be approved by the CJL director beforehand. 

The Coalition for Jewi sh Learning is part of the Create a Jewish Legacy Program of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation.  
Create a Jewish Legacy is a program that helps individuals and families create legacy gifts, providing a permanent source of support for the Jewish causes they care about.  The program is founded on the principle that all of us, regardless of age, wealth or affiliation, can make an enduring financial impact.
The Jewish Community Foundation of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation is sponsoring this program in partnership with area synagogues, agencies and day schools.  Together, we will create an even brighter future for our community.
Questions? Contact : Tziporah Altman-Shafer 414-963-2718
Contact Us At:
1360 N. Prospect Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202-3094
414-963-2718
414-390-5747 (fax)

Tziporah Altman-Shafer
Jewish Education Community Planner
414-963-2718
 
Allison Hayden
CJL Administrative Assistant
414-963-2717

Amanda Stein
Day School Grant Coordinator
414-963-2715
RESOURCES :



Laminator   a t Hillel Academy call Sue Linski at 414-962-9545.
Die Cut Machine at Congregation  Beth Israel Ner Tamid call  Jen Saber  414-352-7310.


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Local day schools and supplementary schools are looking for substitutes. If you are interested, please fill out this form and your contact information will be shared with local schools: 


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