From The Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford:

The Commission on Jewish Education & Leadership recently convened rabbis, educators, and community leaders to learn about WOW!: a collaborative community initiative with Jewish Education Service of North America (JESNA). WOW!'S goal is to engage greater numbers of children and families in satisfying and impactful complementary Jewish educational experiences by enhancing what exists and expanding the range of program options to meet the needs of 21st century Jewish learners. JESNA Vice President, Dr. Leora Isaacs, met with representatives from several synagogues and community institutions to describe the WOW! process which will help the community assess and appreciate what currently exists in the community and where there are growth opportunities (Discovery Phase); envision what might be (Dream Phase); co-construct what should be (Design Phase) and actualize, learn and improve (Destiny Phase).

JESNA is dedicated to building a strong Jewish future where learners of all ages lead Jewish lives infused with purpose and meaning. Functioning as a hub in a many-spoked wheel of community federations, central agencies for Jewish education, foundations, social entrepreneurs, families, and others, JESNA transforms and strengthens Jewish education in North America across all denominations and venues. JESNA's extensive experience in a complex landscape enables it to assemble creative new ideas and models for success with state-of the-art knowledge to catalyze innovation and change for its partners, clients and the entire field.

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