Sherry Knazan

Sherry Knazan

Board Member at Large

Sherry has been a Jewish educator for many years. She relocated to Minneapolis in 2021 from the San Francisco Bay Area, where she lived and worked for many years. But it is hard to let go of former colleagues and work places so she continues to work at her former synagogue, teaching Hebrew via zoom. Upon moving to Minneapolis, she started a cottage bakery and makes yummy challah and other treats on a weekly basis. Sherry holds a BS in education from the University of Michigan, and M.Ed. from Temple University, and a Master of Science in Jewish Studies from Spertus Institute of Jewish Learning where she is currently working on her doctorate in Jewish Studies. She was awarded the national Harold Grinspoon Award for Excellence in Education as well as the Bay Area Helen Diller Award for Excellence in Jewish Education. She loves connecting with all kinds of people and spending time with family.

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NewCAJE is directly responsible for the successful educational programs at Beth Meyer Synagogue. Each year we send several teachers who bring back innovative ideas, a re-charged energy, and contacts throughout the Jewish educational world that they share with the rest of our staff.

Amy Ripps

Having reflected on NewCAJE9, I realize how fortunate I am to have participated in the magic of the experience. I was inspired spiritually through the learning, new friendships, and true intentionality of every moment. I truly was present in each moment, and found meaning in the word ‘hineni,’ ‘I am here’.

Sharon Diamondstein

I was so fortunate to have grown up at CAJE, surrounded by amazingly talented and knowledgeable musicians, artists, and educators who helped set me on the path of Jewish music and education that I am on today. It is such a privilege to bring this all full circle and share my love for Jewish music with those who taught me and the next generation of Jewish musicians.

Joshua Cohen

The idea of gathering Jewish educators together to provide them with the networking, skills, & confidence to elevate the Jewish world & beyond is exhilarating.

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An unparalleled opportunity to network and interact with educators from all types of Judaism.

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NewCAJE gives me a feeling of being part of something larger than can be put to words.

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At NewCAJE, we aim to unite, motivate, and validate all Jewish educators, nurturing a more robust and lively Jewish community. Our unwavering dedication offers a supportive community and abundant resources to empower educators in honing their skills, exchanging insights, and jointly creating innovative methods for Jewish education.

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