Name: Holiday Programming to Leave Your Students Breathless and Sweaty (and Knowledgeable)!
Start: 2025-06-25T14:00:00-0400
End: 2025-06-25T15:30:00-0400

The NewCAJE conference is a vibrant gathering that unites Jewish educators and professionals to strengthen the Jewish community through education. Rooted in the legacy of CAJE, NewCAJE fosters innovation, collaboration, and inspiration. The conference offers space for sharing best practices, exploring new ideas, and deepening Jewish and educational learning. Committed to inclusivity and pluralism, it welcomes educators from all backgrounds, creating a supportive network that empowers them to make a lasting impact.

Wednesday June 25, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT

Van Meter Hall: VM - G07

Years ago, I attended a workshop at NewCAJE by Barb Moskow (z’’l) that revolutionized how I approach holiday programming in my supplemental school. Imagine teams of students racing to complete holiday-related tasks – perhaps team members create a human dreidel, or an eight-line rhyming song with dance movements about latkes and Maccabees, or put together a chanukkiah out of recyclables. During this workshop, participants will develop a template to create fun, meaningful activities which weave together multi-sensory experiences for your students. These programs, designed for K-2nd grade groupings and 3rd-6th grade groupings, create team spirit among various ages and challenge students to take ownership of their own learning. Participants will receive complete program outlines for five holidays.

Speakers

Melissa Pescatore

Director of Religious Education, Temple Shaari Emeth

Melissa Pescatore just celebrated her 10th year as the Director of Religious Education at Temple Shaari Emeth in Manalapan, NJ. Serving as Educator in the congregation where she grew up, she is passionate about instilling a love of learning and building a strong, positive Jewish identity... Read More →

Wednesday June 25, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Van Meter Hall: VM - G07

Holiday/Lifecycle Teaching Tools & Techniques

NewCAJE16

Melissa Pescatore

Attendees (4)

NewCAJE16

Melissa Pescatore

Attendees (4)

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