News & Blogs
Catch a glimpse into the work we do by reading our staff blog and seeing examples of JES in the news.
Why I Became a Jewish Communal Professional
This was not the plan. In truth, I never really thought about working in the Jewish community, didn’t…
Game Recommendations for Kids with ADHD/Executive Function Weakness
Executive function is a set of mental skills. It includes working memory, organization, planning, flexible…
The Lights of Chanukah
When lighting Chanukah candles, it’s easy to think that it’s just a beautiful custom, but in fact…
Preventing Mid-year Teacher Burnout: Finding Excitement Amid Exhaustion
It is almost mid-winter and during these dark and cold days, all of us must find some inner light to…
From Wiggly to Wonderful: A Community of Educators Growing Together
Jewish Educational Services hosted a professional development day that brought together close to 100…
Gratitude in Every Season
As a consultant in many early childhood classrooms, I often see patterns as I move from classroom to…