Jewish Educational Services

05/29/2026

🌎 The world around us is changing rapidly with the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI). As with any technological breakthrough, this disruption poses incredible opportunities as well as potential challenges.
💡 What should our approach be as educators?

Read more from our Director's Desk
👉 https://www.jesbaltimore.org/about-us/news-blog/artificial-intelligence-and-jewish-education/

05/28/2026

✨ Ever wonder how to reach your students even better?

This summer, Zoom In with JES - simple, no-stress PD from home.
Learn what matters. Grow at your pace. 🌱

📩 Learn more here!
https://www.jesbaltimore.org/events/zoom-in-this-summer/

05/26/2026

05/20/2026

💙 It's been a meaningful month for our Shinshinim

From powerful Yom HaZikaron moments and the Running in Memory initiative, to joyful Yom HaAtzmaut celebrations and a beautiful Lag BaOmer gathering - our community came together in special ways.

💙 We’re so grateful for the impact they continue to make in Baltimore!
👉 Continue reading about our latest Shinshinim Highlight https://www.jesbaltimore.org/about-us/news-blog/a-meaningful-month-for-the-shinshinim/

05/18/2026

📣 Todah Teachers: We see your magic!

Big shoutout to our May/Sivan Teacher Feature winners:
✨ Adina Kosman - Mosdos Kehal Chassidim
✨ Esther Lyss – Cheder Chabad of Baltimore

Each wins a $100 Amazon gift card as a small way for JES to say THANK YOU!

From September 2025 through May 2026, we had the joy of spotlighting two incredible educators each month through our Teacher Feature series. We gathered great advice from teachers who have been through it all and shared their best tools to help get through the tough days.

🌟 Stay tuned for ways to inspire and win next school year!

05/15/2026

🌸 May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Schools are more than classrooms - they’re places where students should feel safe, seen, and valued. When we lead with care and connection, students thrive.

💚 Take a moment to check in, show kindness, and help every child feel they belong.

Read our latest blog by Julie Tonti
👉 https://www.jesbaltimore.org/about-us/news-blog/boosting-mental-wellness-in-schools/

05/13/2026

✨ This past week we honored the incredible educators who inspire and shape our community at the annual Educator Awards Ceremony. Nearly 200 attendees came together to celebrate the dedicated teachers who nurture, guide, and empower students every day.

✨ It was an evening filled with appreciation, meaningful stories, and well-deserved recognition for those making a lasting impact in and beyond the classroom. 💙

👏 Congratulations to this year’s outstanding educators - we are so grateful for all you do!

05/12/2026

✴ The Congregational Education Directors cohort met at Pearlstone for their final meeting of the year. The Directors made breakfast over the fire in a cobb oven, did text learning the role of teachers and students, and had a discussion about the role of professional development for their teachers.

What a great year! Beth Am Synagogue, Temple Isaiah, Bolton Street Synagogue, and Baltimore Hebrew Congregation.

05/11/2026

Behind the scenes with the JES staff! 🎥🎈
We’re pumped and ready for tonight’s Educator Awards at the Associated Headquarters at 5700 Park Heights Avenue.
Walk-ins welcome!
Special gift for educators.
See you at 7:00 PM for an unforgettable evening of celebration and gratitude.
Click the image below to watch the video!

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