KEHILLAH HIGH
GRADE 8
2020-21
Wednesday evenings:
7:00 - 7:45 p.m. Session A
7:45 - 8:00 p.m. Break
8:00 - 8:45 p.m. Session B
7:45 - 8:00 p.m. Break
8:00 - 8:45 p.m. Session B
Session A: 7:00-7:45 p.m.
Each student may choose one class in Session A. They will take all three classes by the end of the year.
OPTION 1:
IsraelLINKConnect – Matt Rissien
Throughout our IsraelLINKConnect session, we will use interactive activities and discussions to explore Israel’s identity and how we connect. These sessions will feature Kahoot quizzes, padlets, word clouds, breakout rooms, and more to learn about all that Israel has to offer. Session topics will include Israel by the Numbers, Diversity, Humanitarian Aid, Innovation and Technology, and more. Each session is designed to keep students engaged as we learn about Israel.
OPTION 2:
Words to Action: Empowering You to Address Anti-Semitism – Lisa Stone, Goldensohn Fellow at ADL
Would you know what to do if:
· You found swastikas on a door of your school?
· Someone gave you a “Heil Hitler” salute?
· Someone accused you of killing Jesus?
The Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) Words to Action is an interactive, nationally recognized program. It’s designed to empower and equip you with constructive responses to anti-Semitic and anti-Israel incidents by strengthening confidence and building knowledge. Words to Action gives greater awareness of these issues, motivates you to respond, and gives you skills and strategies to do so effectively. Together we will look at students’ experiences with anti-Semitism, and stereotyping at their schools and in their everyday lives. #BecauseEveryWordCounts
OPTION 3:
So You Want To Be A Mensch - McKenzie Sigle
What is a mensch? How are our decisions and actions in daily life rooted in Jewish values? We’ll answer these questions as we use Jewish ethics and culture to explore traits of a mensch. Join us to create your own personal mensch code where you define the Jewish values that are meaningful and important to you.
IsraelLINKConnect – Matt Rissien
Throughout our IsraelLINKConnect session, we will use interactive activities and discussions to explore Israel’s identity and how we connect. These sessions will feature Kahoot quizzes, padlets, word clouds, breakout rooms, and more to learn about all that Israel has to offer. Session topics will include Israel by the Numbers, Diversity, Humanitarian Aid, Innovation and Technology, and more. Each session is designed to keep students engaged as we learn about Israel.
OPTION 2:
Words to Action: Empowering You to Address Anti-Semitism – Lisa Stone, Goldensohn Fellow at ADL
Would you know what to do if:
· You found swastikas on a door of your school?
· Someone gave you a “Heil Hitler” salute?
· Someone accused you of killing Jesus?
The Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) Words to Action is an interactive, nationally recognized program. It’s designed to empower and equip you with constructive responses to anti-Semitic and anti-Israel incidents by strengthening confidence and building knowledge. Words to Action gives greater awareness of these issues, motivates you to respond, and gives you skills and strategies to do so effectively. Together we will look at students’ experiences with anti-Semitism, and stereotyping at their schools and in their everyday lives. #BecauseEveryWordCounts
OPTION 3:
So You Want To Be A Mensch - McKenzie Sigle
What is a mensch? How are our decisions and actions in daily life rooted in Jewish values? We’ll answer these questions as we use Jewish ethics and culture to explore traits of a mensch. Join us to create your own personal mensch code where you define the Jewish values that are meaningful and important to you.
Session B: 8:00-8:45 p.m.
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Israel: Inventions and Technology – Rotem Cohen
One of Israel’s sources of pride is the enormous number of inventions and innovations that have taken root on its soil — despite challenges of its geography, size and diplomacy. The ever-churning Israeli mind has brought us drip irrigation, the Intel computer chip, the electric car grid, the flash drive and more. In this class, we’ll learn about how Israel has become a world leader in this area and how these technologies came to be and create art inspired by our discussions. This class will require some art supplies - some you will have at home and others we will provide for you. |
The Jewish Lens: Visual Storytelling through Photography – Michael Duke
A picture is worth 1000 words! In this class, we will learn basic photography techniques and skills to become more adept at using our cameras to become visual storytellers. We will analyze the work of Jewish photographers and photojournalists from around the world and draw inspiration from those lessons to create our own original bodies of work. Students in this class will have weekly photo challenges and will produce images for an end-of-term photo exhibition, exploring a theme related to Jewish values, Jewish community, Jewish struggles and/or Jewish identity. The latter project will give students the opportunity to craft an artist statement, to curate a photo exhibition and to showcase their work. You will need your phone or a digital camera for class each week. |
Value Sparks – Sarah Goldberg
This pandemic has changed so much about our world, our community, and ourselves. The things that were important to us before look really different or seem silly now, or might just be out of reach. So how can we adjust and where can Jewish thought guide us? In this class, we will explore different Jewish values and help re-calibrate ourselves through discussion, art, music, writing, text study and more. |
Mind- Body Skills Workshop – Manizeh Mirza-Gruber, M.D.
The Coronavirus pandemic has brought with it a myriad of challenges globally and individually. Through didactics and experiential exercises we will explore mind-body skills for wellness, stress management, and healing. You will learn techniques for self-care, self-discovery, and self-awareness including meditation, self-expression, and movement. You will be able to integrate these tools into your daily life and experience the benefits of being Mindful in Practice™ as you navigate through challenging times |
Rosh Hodesh: It’s A Girl Thing – Jennifer Quick
The marking of the new moon has a long and meaningful history as an opportunity for Jewish women to gather, reflect and celebrate together. There will be discussion and art, games and drama, questions and food, all with a Jewish and gender lens. Using those, we will explore issues like: body image, friendship, relationships, family, competition, and stress. This elective is open to female-identifying students. Trans and nonbinary students are encouraged to contact Jennifer Quick (jquick@beth-israel.org) for information on Tzelem, the group for trans and nonbinary Jewish teens. |
For the Love of Hip-Hop & Judaism - Rabbi Aaron Sataloff
From Jewish producers and musicians to one-line references and representations, Judaism's presence in hip-hop/rap has evolved tremendously over the last three decades. This class will explore racial/ethnic dynamics, socio-cultural tensions, and religious identity by examining artists' backgrounds, lyrical contributions, and noteworthy headlines. Each session will leave learners with a clearer understanding of the ongoing relationship between sacred tradition and poetic expression. |
