The sixth graders at Friedel Jewish Academy recently returned from what one student described as “a truly life-changing experience.” They traveled to Alabama to meet up with students from five other Jewish day schools located in small Jewish communities — like ours. Friedel worked with these schools to create a one-of-a-kind curriculum for the school communities to connect, collaborate and explore the concepts of American history, Civil Rights, literature, and Jewish texts and values. READ MORE
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Jewish Family Service is facilitating a discussion about Suicide Risk on Monday, May 6 at 1:30 p.m. in the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home Boardroom. There is no charge. Invite a friend. The class will present some facts, warning signs and prevention strategies. JFS staff will also talk about protective factors and why we need to challenge the stigma of mental health so that we can help friends, family and community members. We are holding all age-specific discussions in smaller venues so that it lends to a more intimate discussion and helps to build connection. READ MORE
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