Apples all round! 1,000 Jewish students nominate a teacher who inspires them
More than 50 schools nationwide took part in the Partnership for Jewish Schools and Jewish News project
Almost 1,000 pupils from Jewish schools nationwide have taken part in Jewish News’ heartwarming end-of-term ‘Thank A Teacher’ initiative, to express their gratitude to our community’s inspiring educators.
Launched last month with Partnership for Jewish Schools (PaJeS), the project – which has seen parents, governors, and students take part – celebrates the efforts of educators at Jewish schools nationwide, including Beit Shvidler Primary School in Edgware; Bury and Whitefield Jewish Primary School; Clore Tikva in Ilford; Etz Chaim in Edgware; Gesher in Pinner; Hasmonean High School for Girls in Mil Hill; Immanuel College in Bushey; JCoSS in Barnet; JFS in Kenton; King David Primary School in Manchester and Kisharon Noé School in Hendon and Manchester Jewish School for Special Education.
PaJeS chief executive Rabbi David Meyer said: “We are delighted with the results of this initiative in partnership with Jewish News. Teachers play a vital role in shaping the future,and this project was our way of giving parents and students an opportunity and a voice to express their gratitude.”
Meyer added: “It has been heartwarming to see such vast numbers of nominations. As we near the end of what has been a very challenging year, acknowledgment of our teachers reflects a culture of appreciation and respect from across our community.”
Seth Walmer, head of Jewish studies at King Solomon High School, was one of the teachers nomintaed by his pupils. He said: “We do not teach for a ‘Thank you’ but to enrich the lives of our students. We aim to give them knowledge, where they can use these skills to embed in their daily lives. It is lovely to be appreciated for our hard work and effort. To know my students value me and my efforts is touching.”
Nominee Shana Burton, a reception teacher at Broughton Jewish Primary School, said: “The relationship I have with my students is my core value. I know when my students feel safe, secure, seen and included, that this has a significant impact on their behaviour, social interactions, learning performance and well being. The love and care they feel is how they will thrive in their learning environment. Our students learn more from who we are than what we teach.”
Justin Cohen, co-publisher of Jewish News, said; “It’s wonderful to have this opportunity to work with Pajes to recognise and thank our teachers.”
Every nominated teacher will receive a personalised PaJeS certificate, acknowledging their dedication and hard work.
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