NewCAJE17: 50th Anniversary: Full Schedule

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4:45pm EDT

How We Talk Matters: Communication Skills for Educators

Sunday July 26, 2026 4:45pm - 6:15pm EDT

Every educator faces moments when conversations feel challenging. In this interactive workshop, grounded in the MTEI principle How We Talk Matters, we’ll build practical skills for listening with empathy, speaking with clarity, and responding thoughtfully in the moment. Through real-life scenarios and guided practice, participants will explore how to turn everyday interactions into opportunities for connection, trust, and meaningful learning.

Speakers

Seymour Kopelowitz

Program Director, MTEI

Seymour Kopelowitz is the program director of MTEI at the Mandel Foundation. He has served as a day school principal, Director of the South African Jewish Board of Deputies, and Executive Director of the Jewish Education Center of Cleveland. Seymour has a Ph.D. in educational leadership... Read More →

Deborah Niederman, RJE

Leader of Recruitment, Mandel Teacher Educator Institute

Deborah Niederman, RJE is the Leader of Recruitment for the Mandel Teacher Educator Institute (MTEI) and Director of Education at Temple Shalom in Dallas, TX. With over 30 years in Jewish education, she is passionate about mentoring leaders, fostering innovation, and integrating learning... Read More →

Sunday July 26, 2026 4:45pm - 6:15pm EDT
Maria Hall Multipurpose I

Classroom Management, Administration

Audience Adult Students, Teachers, Principals
Track Adminstrative track
Type Main

NewCAJE17: 50th Anniversary

4:45pm EDT

Seymour Kopelowitz

Deborah Niederman, RJE

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