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PROUD VOICE OF OUR COMMUNITY 18 July 2024 • 12 Tammuz 5784 • Issue No.1376 •
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Apples all round! 1,000 students nominate inspiring teachers
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Almost 1,000 pupils from Jewish schools nationwide have taken part in Jewish News’ end-ofterm ‘Thank A Teacher’ campaign to express their gratitude to the community’s inspiring educaytors, writes Michelle Rosenberg. Organised with Partnerships for Jewish Schools (PaJeS), the project – which saw parents, governors and students take part – celebrates the efforts of teachers at schools including Beit Shvidler Primary 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 Mill Hill, Immanuel College in Bushey, JCoSS in Barnet, JFS in Kenton, King David Primary School in Manchester, Kisharon Noé School in Hendon and Manchester Jewish School for Special Education. PaJeS chief executive Rabbi David Meyer said: “We were delighted with the results of our initiative in partnership with Jewish News. Teachers play a vital
role in shaping the future. This project was our way of giving parents and students an opportunity and a voice to express gratitude.” Meyer added: “It has been heartwarming to see 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 nominated by pupils. He said: “Of course, we do not teach for ‘Thank yous’ but to enrich the lives of our students. We aim to give them knowledge to use in their daily lives. It is lovely to be appreciated for our work and effort. To know my students value what I do is touching.” Nominee Shana Burton, a recep-
tion class teacher at Broughton Jewish Primary School, said: “The relationships I have with my students is my core value. I know that when my pupils feel safe, secure, seen and included, it has a significant impact on their behaviour, social interactions, learning performance and well being. The love and care they feel helps them to thrive in their learning environment. Our students can learn as much from who we are as teachers as what we teach them.” 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.