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New Research Reveals Active Jewish Resistance During the Holocaust

By Ellen Resnek / Thursday, September 5, 2024 / Comments Off on New Research Reveals Active Jewish Resistance During the Holocaust

During a virtual event on August 25th, hosted by Classrooms Without Borders and the Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre, Wolf Gruner, the Shappel-Guerin Chair in Jewish Studies at USC, presented […]

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Reflection by Sarah Gordin

By Ellen Resnek / Tuesday, August 6, 2024 / Comments Off on Reflection by Sarah Gordin

I am currently sitting in a park on the grass in Berlin. It is the last day of the Germany Close Up program. The sun is shining and I hear […]

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Tracing the Spiral of Jewish History: From Nuremberg’s Medieval Past to Berlin’s Present by Alida Jekabson

By Ellen Resnek / Thursday, August 1, 2024 / Comments Off on Tracing the Spiral of Jewish History: From Nuremberg’s Medieval Past to Berlin’s Present by Alida Jekabson

On our train ride to Berlin from Nuremberg, spans of green and tan fields flashed by my window, decidedly different from the expansive sand-colored mountain landscape of my home in […]

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The Power of Remembrance by Andy Laub

By Ellen Resnek / Tuesday, July 30, 2024 / Comments Off on The Power of Remembrance by Andy Laub

The Resilience of Survival and Reconciliation for the Future: I was incredibly moved by todays DAAD/Classrooms without Borders visit to the Dachu Memorial. I was at first struck like any […]

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FOUNDATIONS OF RESISTANCE

By Ellen Resnek / Wednesday, July 10, 2024 / Comments Off on FOUNDATIONS OF RESISTANCE

A Curriculum to Counter Antisemitism for Grades 6-12 featuring four interactive WebQuest’s Teach students why they should and how they can resist antisemitism. LEARN MORE Foundations of Resistance utilizes the history and life lessons of the […]

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PRIDE MONTH 2024: HOW TO BE AN EFFECTIVE ALLY FOR THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY

By Ellen Resnek / Saturday, June 1, 2024 / Comments Off on PRIDE MONTH 2024: HOW TO BE AN EFFECTIVE ALLY FOR THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY

As we celebrate Pride Month this June, allies can be a powerful source of support for the LGBTQ+ community. A recent four-year project by the Harvard Business Review found that […]

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Irena’s Vow: IN THEATERS ON APRIL 15TH & APRIL 16TH

By Ellen Resnek / Tuesday, February 27, 2024 / Comments Off on Irena’s Vow: IN THEATERS ON APRIL 15TH & APRIL 16TH

Presents IRENA’S VOW Based on the true story of Irene Gut Opdyke  Through the eyes of a strong-willed woman comes the remarkable true story of Irena Gut Opdyke and the triumphs of the […]

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The 2024 National Women’s History Theme “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion”

By Ellen Resnek / Monday, February 26, 2024 / Comments Off on The 2024 National Women’s History Theme “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion”

2024 brings a unique focus to the forefront of National Women’s History Month with its theme: “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion” This theme embarks on a journey […]

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Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle 2023 Volunteers of the Year: In a glow of gratitude, Classrooms Without Borders proudly names Judith Ehrenwerth as our dedicated Volunteer of the Year for 2023.

By Ellen Resnek / Friday, January 19, 2024 / Comments Off on Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle 2023 Volunteers of the Year: In a glow of gratitude, Classrooms Without Borders proudly names Judith Ehrenwerth as our dedicated Volunteer of the Year for 2023.

The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle is proud to present the Volunteers of the Year for 2023. Their stories are incredibly inspirational.  Judy’s infectious warmth and positive spirit bring a radiant energy […]

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Empowering Tomorrow: South Allegheny Students Unveil Civil Rights History in MLK Day Assembly with Laura Thompson, CWB Alumni and Teacher Extrodonaire

By Ellen Resnek / Monday, January 15, 2024 / Comments Off on Empowering Tomorrow: South Allegheny Students Unveil Civil Rights History in MLK Day Assembly with Laura Thompson, CWB Alumni and Teacher Extrodonaire

Charting a course through the pages of civil rights history, South Allegheny students recently gathered in a powerful assembly that transcended generations. Led by the dynamic Laura Thompson, CWB Master […]

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