By Julie Tigay, first and second grade general studies co-teacher In the summer of 2012, I was an exhausted public school teacher. I had 30 kids in my class, not enough space and the pressure of the Common Core curriculum. … Read More
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My Encounters with an Incredible Man: Bill Farber
On a sunny day in October, 2013, Rabbi Harold Loss of Temple Israel came to visit me with an essential question. I remember it clearly: “I have a potential donor who would like to know what transformational dream do you … Read More
Hillel: A Little “Google” with A Jewish Twist
When I lead tours of the Audrey and William Farber Family IDEA Collaborative, I always make the point that space impacts mood, creativity, productivity and innovation. Children deserve inspiring, bright and comfortable spaces as much as any adult working at … Read More
The “Heart” of Hillel Day School
As I write this blog, a 5th grade Torah class is sitting in the “cove,” talking and reading together in front of a huge picture window looking out on a beautiful late summer’s day. The teacher is intentionally speaking of … Read More