About Jewish Educators Association of Orange County
What is JEA Day of Learning?
At Jewish Educators Association of Orange County, we are passionate about providing high-quality education to all individuals. Our story began with a desire to make education accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or location. We believe that education is a powerful tool that can transform lives and create positive change in the world.
At our annual Day of Learning, we focus on our part-time supplemental teachers in our diverse synagogues throughout the area. Each year, ew have over 100 teachers and educators gather at a local synagogue to take a deep dive into an educational topic. And this year, we are looking at the leader as a whole and expanding their toolbox of strategies.
Whether you are a new teacher, a seasoned teacher, a Hebrew teacher, or a Madrich/a (teen volunteer), join us for the Day of Learning this year! You will not be disappointed, and we hope you walk away with extra tools for your educational toolbox.
Our keynote speakers this year are The Bible Players, and we could not have done this without the generous grant from the Jewish Community Foundation Orange County (JCFOC).
About Us
Our Affiliated Congregations
Congregation B'nai Israel of Tustin
Congregation B'nai Tzedek of Fountain Valley
Congregation Shir Ha Ma'alot of Irvine
Temple Bat Yahm of Newport Beach
Beth David of Westminster
Temple Beth El of South OC
Temple Beth Sholom of Santa Ana
Temple Israel of Long Beach
University Synagogue of Irvine
2023-2024 Leadership
President- Heather Rosenthal (SHM)
Treasurer- Sharon Amster Brown (TILB)
Secretary- Elliot Semmelman (TBD)