Events

Rescue during the Holocaust was not the norm, but it is an important topic for students to examine as a way to illuminate the rare bright spots amidst the overwhelming darkness of this historical tragedy. Use this self-paced course to provide students with an opportunity to learn about the types of rescue that occurred in […]

The stories of non-Jews who were risked their lives to help Jews during the Holocaust are exceptional testaments to the human spirit. While a far too rare occurrence, these examples of bravery and sacrifice are an important lesson for students.  Join Sheryl Ochayon, Project Director at Yad Vashem, and Marc de Zwaan, high school history […]

This session examines the rich diversity of the Jewish American community in efforts to teach students about individual identities, as well as the impact Jewish Americans have on American society. Learning about Jewish diversity illustrates how identities of Jews, and all people, are multifaceted and how people’s unique combination of identities shape their experiences. Register […]

An Institute for Curriculum Services and Echoes & Reflections Professional Learning Event. This two-part workshop equips educators with tools and resources to help students understand Jewish identity, resilience, and renewal after the Holocaust. Participants will explore primary sources, including visual history testimony and ready-to-use classroom activities that illuminate how antisemitism has shaped Jewish life and […]

A common challenge for educators is how to teach the Holocaust effectively and responsibly within strict time constraints. Discover one and two-day lesson plans that utilize curated, classroom-ready resources including primary sources and visual history testimony to prioritize essential knowledge for your students while maintaining historical accuracy and sound instructional strategies. Led by Echoes & Reflections Project Director Jennifer Goss, […]

One of the most devastating chapters of the Holocaust occurred in Lithuania, where 95% of the prewar Jewish population was murdered. Join Echoes & Reflections Director of Holocaust Content and Pedagogy Jesse Tannetta to explore photographs, visual history testimonies, diary entries, and even a written pronouncement by Jewish resistance fighter Abba Kovner to learn how […]