Over 25 ATT educators recently joined three speakers who provided different perspectives of inspiration based on their personal experiences. The event was presented by ATT’s Kirsche Department of Holocaust studies. A sense of gratitude filled those educators who were able to learn from these incredible experiences. One ATT teacher participant was grateful to hear the
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Once again ATT adjusted its mirror, pivoted and surpassed the many challenges to hold its usual annual Teachers Conference Day (TCD) for 600+ teachers. With Rabbi Avrohom Moller and Mrs. Chani Friedman at the helm and a dedicated committee of school representatives, this year’s virtual professional development exceeded everyone’s expectations. With 49 sessions and 41
January 28, 2021
Keeping the Memory of the Holocaust Alive in the Next Generation
The charge to Jewish educators to keep the memory of the Holocaust alive in the next generation is gaining urgency. And of course, the Holocaust is an emotional topic for the classroom, triggering complex questions on emunah and other complicated discussions. But every generation should have a relationship with the Holocaust. Teaching it can give
January 25, 2021
ATT & JCC Chicago Partner for Summer 2021
We are excited to announce that the Nathan & Shirley Rothner ATT Summer Program is teaming up with JCC Chicago Apachi Rogers Park Day Camp to provide the best of both worlds to our families this summer! Located at Bernard Horwich JCC, Apachi Rogers Park has long provided a variety of exciting activities, all in
January 14, 2021
Knowing the difference between sight vs. visual processing
When it comes to learning, visual processing can affect how a student performs. The ATT in collaboration with Walder Education offered an informative and practical professional development session on Visual Processing, presented by Dr. Neil Margolis, O.D., a board-certified developmental optometrist. Dr. Margolis defined and described the different visual processing skills and their application to