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Eight new exhibits mark Israel Museum’s 60th anniversary
The Israel Museum prepares to celebrate its 60th anniversary with new exhibits
“Among Neighbors” shows in Israeli theaters to great acclaim
“Among Neighbors” has had its limited run in Israeli theaters extended due to enthusiastic audience response
Bay Area High School Students Grab the Mic during the 8th Annual KQED Youth Takeover
From April 21st to 25th, high school students from across the San Francisco Bay Area will take over KQED’s radio, TV, and digital platforms to share their stories on KQED shows like Forum, News, Perspectives, and Bay Curious.
Local Students Participate in Academy of Sciences Intern Program
Students from the California Academy of Science’s Internship Program presented their research at the American Geophysical Union in Washington, DC.
iCivics hosts a successful National Forum during Civic Learning Week
For students, educators, policymakers and private sector leaders, March 10-14 is Civic Learning Week (CLW), a time to prioritize civic education to support a strong democracy.
Michael Tilson Thomas’ S.F. Symphony 80th birthday concert to be his last
Three years after announcing his initial diagnosis, San Francisco Symphony Music Director Laureate Michael Tilson Thomas’ brain tumor has returned, forcing the longtime conductor to officially step down from performing.
10th Annual Z3 Conference held in Palo Alto
On November 17, 1,800 thinkers, leaders, scholars, and educators gathered in Palo Alto at the Oshman Family JCC for the 10th annual Z3 Conference.
“Among Neighbors” premieres at the 2024 Warsaw Jewish Film Festival
This November, the new film “Among Neighbors” premiered at the Warsaw Jewish Film Festival. The film was executive produced by Koret Board Co-President Dr. Anita Friedman.
Teach for America weighs in on generative AI in schools
While recent breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI) show immense promise for education, they also carry significant risks. Teach For America’s broad and diverse network of teachers, school leaders, systems leaders, and policy makers are in a unique position to help guide the responsible and equitable adoption of AI in education.
Bay Area schools need a new approach to antisemitism
Last year, many K-12 schools faced unprecedented challenges in the wake of the Oct. 7 massacre in Israel and the ensuing war. As a result of rising antisemitism, many families pulled their children out of public school systems, feeling like they didn’t belong. In an op-ed for theChronicle, JCRC’s Tye Gregory lays out a roadmap for teachers, administrators, and other school officials to ensure that every child feels safe and supported in the classroom.
S.F. man who changed the way the country treats homeless veterans to step down from Swords to Plowshares
Michael Blecker, a Vietnam war vet, founded Swords to Plowshares to advocate for veterans trying to re-enter civilian life and seek VA benefits. 50 years later, after making a name for himself as one of the most respected veterans advocates in America, he is stepping down as Executive Director.
Celebrating iCivics’ first Educator Convening in California
This summer, iCivics brought together 60 K–12 educators for the first Educator Convening held in Sacramento to bring equity to civic learning across the state of California by connecting courts with educators. iCivics hopes to make this an annual event for educators to re-energize, build community, and leave with a deeper understanding of the amazing resources available for their classrooms.
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