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Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield Welcomes Brenda Dolan as Its New Hebrew School Educator

Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield’s Hebrew School will kick off its second year this September with the addition of veteran Jewish educator Brenda Dolan, who will lead the curriculum and classes for students ages 5-13 years old.

Temple Emmanuel’s Hebrew School offers a stimulating and friendly environment where children can embrace their Jewish roots, regardless of their level of observance or affiliation. With the involvement of Temple Emmanuel’s Rabbi Greg Hersh, Brenda will teach the following classes each week from September 2020 through June 2021:

• Ages 5-7: A weekly Sunday morning class for children who are getting started with their Jewish education, which focuses on introducing basic Jewish prayers and Hebrew and English songs, along with holiday and Torah-themed activities.

• Ages 8-13: A weekly Wednesday afternoon class OR Tuesday afternoon class every other week for students who are building upon their foundational Jewish education and are interested in becoming a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, which includes an innovative curriculum of Hebrew instruction, Torah study and discussion, and singing, among other fun activities.

• Bar/Bat Mitzvah Age: Students ages 12-13 are encouraged to attend a second class each week with Rabbi Greg Hersh to focus on Bar and Bat Mitzvah preparation, including reading from the Torah.

“We are excited to have Brenda join us to build on the success of our growing Hebrew School,” said Rabbi Greg. “Her approach to learning is fun and interactive, and is paired with her extensive background with youth education, the Jewish religion and Hebrew.”

Brenda added: “I am deeply passionate about sharing my love of Judaism with our Hebrew School students. I look forward to teaching at the school and learning with the Temple Emmanuel community.”

Specific timing and location for all classes (virtual through Zoom and in-person at the Temple) will be determined with participating families to accommodate scheduling needs. Please contact hebrewschool@wakefieldtemple.org for enrollment details, rates and more information. The registration deadline is August 28th, 2020, and the registration form can be completed online via https://forms.gle/qscDzVq5Kds4AdN57.

About Brenda Dolan

Brenda Dolan is a veteran teacher with over thirty years of teaching experience, most of which was in a Jewish setting. She has taught children from pre-school age to second grade and is highly committed to early childhood education. Brenda earned her BA from Boston University, and then pursued her master’s degree at Brandeis University, where she won a fellowship to the prestigious DeLeT program, which specializes in teaching and leadership in Jewish Day Schools. Brenda graduated in 2008 with a master’s of Arts in Teaching. She has taught at several area schools, including Rashi and JCDS, where she spent ten years teaching first grade. She is also fluent in Hebrew, has served as a mentor teacher, and is deeply passionate about sharing her love of Judaism with her students.

About Rabbi Greg Hersh

Rabbi Greg is a graduate of the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College and has served as the rabbi of Temple Emmanuel since August 2016. He’s an energetic, sincere and creative person who brings dynamic leadership to Temple Emmanuel. Rabbi Greg grew up in Connecticut and earned his BA in Philosophy and Religion at George Washington University.

About Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield

Temple Emmanuel is affiliated with the Jewish Reconstructionist Communities. We offer a contemporary approach to Judaism while maintaining a respect for traditional Jewish values. At Temple Emmanuel our doors are open to all regardless of marital status, race, national origin, gender, economic condition, or sexual orientation. Interfaith families are welcomed. The congregation is dedicated to creating a caring and inclusive community through learning and communal activities.

The Temple is located in the historic Park Section of Wakefield at 120 Chestnut Street. For more information about Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield and Rabbi Hersh, visit https://www.wakefieldtemple.or... and https://www.facebook.com/wakefieldtemple.

info@WakefieldTemple.org or 781-245-1886.