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Outdoor Learning
A Magical Classroom in the Forest
A couple of weeks ago, I had the opportunity to experience the magic of the Boulder JCC Forest School. I was there because Gwen Tenney, ...
October 14, 2025
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Professional Development Week in the Schools
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August 29, 2023
Each new school year brings a buzzing energy filled with anticipation, excitement and nerves. Directors are busier than ...
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8 Reflections on the Past Year
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May 30, 2023
As I leave a classroom at Temple Sinai, I am feeling the contagious joy of the 3-year-olds radiate ...
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Network Spotlight: Leading from Within: Teacher Council
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May 30, 2023
The first Efshar Teacher Council will be launching in August 2023 – composed of teachers in our network ...
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Conference Reflections 2022
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February 16, 2023
On January 3rd, 2023, nearly 200 early childhood educators from The Efshar Network gathered at the Boulder JCC ...
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Collaborative Art with Toddlers
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February 16, 2023
The toddlers at the Denver JCC are up to some interesting and unexpected art projects! While most people ...
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Inspired by Design – Career Pathways Mentor Program
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February 16, 2023
Building on the transformative design thinking work Efshar did with Boosh from an innovation grant from Rose Community ...
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