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Mrs. Bluma Drebin, Principal at Stella K. Abraham High School since 2017, previously spent 28 years at YULA and Hanna Sachs Girls\u2019 High Schools. She focuses on innovative teaching in Tanach and Mathematics and holds a BA from Hebrew Theological College and an MA in School Administration from New England College.

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Craig Lubner is an expert in instructional coaching and leadership development, with over two decades in both teaching and administration. He has held key roles at YDE, Yeshivah of Flatbush, and Shulamith, and now leads Jigsaw Coaching & Consulting. Craig is known for his thoughtful leadership, engaging PD, and commitment to educator growth.

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Ketty is the innovative creator of the Granite Ivrit Hebrew curriculum, used in schools worldwide. A passionate educator, she provides professional development for teachers and administrators specializing in Hebrew as a second language. With a Doctorate in Modern Languages and two Master\u2019s degrees, Ketty demonstrates a deep commitment to education.

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With over 25 years of experience, Penny has been a classroom teacher, curriculum designer, coach, and teen fellowship director. She directed the Experiential Jewish Educators program at Pardes and has taught across various educational settings. Penny specializes in student-centered teaching, classroom culture, educational technology, and distance learning initiatives.

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Edward, an art historian and educator pursuing his PhD at Princeton, has led innovative curriculum development at The Idea School. With experience in high schools, universities, and museums, he publishes widely in the humanities. As founder of Maza Academics, he helps students gain entry into top colleges, blending academic rigor with creative pedagogy.

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Joan has over 40 years of experience as an educator, leader, and mentor. She has worked at institutions like Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School, the Center for Jewish Education, Pardes Institute, and BetterLesson. Joan is dedicated to supporting educators in engaging students in meaningful learning. She lives in Silver Spring, MD.

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Leah has 30 years of experience in Jewish education, designing curriculum and supporting teachers and leaders across the USA. She\u2019s worked at schools like Hillel Torah, ICJA, Frisch, and Ma\u2019ayanot, as well as Matan and LSJS in Israel and London. She loves bringing Chumash lessons to life. Leah lives in Givat Ze'ev, Israel.

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Michelle has over 20 years in education, with roles as a teacher and administrator. She\u2019s been General Studies Principal at Emek Hebrew Academy since 2010, after 10 years at Sinai Akiba Academy. Michelle is experienced in training educators, classroom management, and various teaching methods. She\u2019s also a karate black belt and marathon runner.

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Naomi Schrager is a Jewish educator, instructional coach, and school leader with more than 20 years of experience in the classroom and in teacher development. Originally from Texas and now based in Israel, she brings a broad perspective to Jewish education and a deep commitment to helping teachers grow. Naomi is passionate about creating learning environments where both educators and students feel energized, challenged, and inspired. Naomi\u2019s coaching style combines deep listening with thoughtful challenge. She pays close attention to nuance, asks open ended questions, and helps educators turn insight into concrete next steps. Whether serving as a thought partner, strategist, or sounding board, she adapts to the needs of each teacher so that coaching conversations lead to practical change in the classroom.
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Nili is a dedicated Jewish educator with over 25 years of experience in formal, informal, and online settings. She has taught K-12 in the US and Israel and focuses on integrating the arts into education. Nili also works as a professional photographer and educator while living in Jerusalem.

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Paulina brings over 15 years of experience in Jewish education as a teacher and school leader. She has taught elementary and high school at Barkai Yeshivah and the Yeshivah of Flatbush and currently serves as Principal of Yeshivah Prep Elementary, a K\u20138 special education school. Paulina specializes in building positive school culture and supporting diverse learners.
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David has 30 years of experience in education and school leadership. As Director of Learning and Teaching at Yeshivah of Flatbush, he focuses on professional development and curriculum design. Through his consultancy, Educational ConSALTing, he supports instructional coaching. David also teaches at Touro University and Herzog College. He lives in MA and NY.

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Shelley is an instructional coach and educator with extensive experience as a teacher, curriculum developer, school leader, and consultant. She specializes in student-centered, project-based, and collaborative learning, with a strong focus on student agency and caring classroom environments. Shelley works across Jewish Studies, Hebrew, Social Studies, and Literature and is based in Teaneck, NJ.
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Rabbi Tavi Koslowe has over 20 years of experience in education. He is the High School Dean at the Leffell School in Westchester, NY, and was previously the Judaic Studies Principal at The Idea School. Tavi has also served as an administrative coach for JNTP and held leadership roles at Ramaz and Yeshivat Noam. He lives in New Jersey.

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Rabbi Yaakov Shafferman is an experien\u200bced educational leader with over 15 years in teaching and leadership roles, including principal positions in Basel, Zurich, and Antwerp, and currently serves as Board Chair and consultant for the Rosh Pina school in Amsterdam, while also specializing in teacher training, instructional coaching, and strategic planning.

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Rav Avi has extensive experience in Jewish education, serving as a Judaic teacher, student activities coordinator, and principal at schools like TABC, Robert M. Beren Academy, and YTA/Netiv Meir. He\u2019s now the Program Director at Camp HASC, overseeing staffing, campers, and programming. Rav Avi lives in Israel.

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Sarah is an experienced educator and instructional coach, dedicated to advancing Jewish education. She has taught grades 3-12 in Texas, New York, and Israel, and is currently Director of Educational Innovation at Herzog Global. Sarah has worked with The Lookstein Center, Unpacked for Educators, and Beit Avi Chai. She lives in Raanana.

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Shir Twerski is an educator, instructional coach, and curriculum developer with expertise in Hebrew and Judaic Studies. Currently pursuing a PhD at Hebrew University, she combines academic research with practical teaching strategies. A graduate of the Revivim Program, she empowers educators to foster student-centered learning. Shir lives in Tel Aviv with her family.

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Shosh has over three decades of experience in elementary education in London\u2014having worked at schools like Kerem School and Naima JPS, now with GIFT, and writing curriculum for Jewish Day Schools in Dublin\u2014while being an expert in pedagogy and technology and a proud mother of five.

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