ATT Annual Gala 2026: Passing the Torch, Strengthening Our Next Chapter

The 2026 ATT Annual Gala was a beautiful evening of appreciation, celebration, and community. Parents, educators, supporters, and leaders gathered to recognize individuals whose dedication helps strengthen Jewish education across Chicago.

The evening featured the presentation of the Hartman Family Foundation Educators of the Year Awards, honoring three exceptional educators who inspire their students every day through their commitment, care, and passion for teaching. This year’s honorees were Mrs. Lynn Kraft, in memory of Mrs. Gayle Anne Herwitz z״l, of Ida Crown Jewish Academy; Rabbi Yaakov Steinberg of Yeshivas Tiferes Tzvi and Mrs. Rachel Teitcher of Hillel Torah North Suburban Day School.

We were also proud to recognize Rabbi Mordechai Raizman, recipient of the Torch of Leadership Award, for his many years of visionary leadership at the Associated Talmud Torahs of Chicago and his lasting contributions to Jewish education in our community. In addition, we celebrated our Guardians of the Torch, Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Abramchik, Mr. & Mrs. Stephen J. Landes, Mr. & Mrs. Steven Miretzky, and Mr. & Mrs. Leonard Weiss, whose many years of dedication to the ATT and to the broader Jewish community have helped support our schools and educators.

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Below you can watch the videos from the evening and view photos capturing these meaningful moments.

Learn more about the work of the Associated Talmud Torahs of Chicago and how the ATT partners with schools to support educators and strengthen Jewish education.

Meet this year’s Educators of the Year and learn about the impact they make in their classrooms every day.

Celebrate the individuals whose leadership and dedication help sustain and advance Jewish education in our community.