"Meaning making doesn't just happen. It takes careful consideration, curation, and patience. It's harder when we try to explain 'about' something, and better to learn by doing."
"Torah learning and connection to Torah is accessible to all. Personal connections to Torah will make Jewish study learning more relevant to our students."
"I hope that the students and staff will be infected by my justified enthusiasm for Lifnai Vlifnim and will also inspire others. I hope I will be able to say that I have put my abilities to listen, to contain, to understand, and sometimes to be silent, into practice."
"The best way to teach and transmit is, first and foremost, by integrating the entire team, making everyone feel part of it, and overcoming social obstacles through dynamics that generate camaraderie and trust."
"I learned that slowing things down, in Torah study, tefilla, listening to others, and listening to myself, can have a profound impact on my overall mental, emotional and spiritual health. I learned to trust my instincts and I felt that I belong where I am; I have the inner strength, confidence, and calm to lead a school."
"I learned to uncover our true ratzon which is in sync with the ratzon Hashem. Listening to one's inner voice that is sometimes silenced due to external noise."
"I finally found the path that I believe will lead us to change a culture with the intention of shaping our future generations to be in and shine their light."
"Getting to really experience Lifnai Vlifnim with a group, I saw how in such a short time it can build so much connection. This shows me the potential impact it has for my students."
"From practical ways to apply the methodology to conceptual thinking about teaching and living, I learned the importance of learning by experiencing."
"We now have tools that can contribute significantly to the continued existence of the Jewish people and Jewish identity... Thank you for giving us the opportunity to learn about ourselves, to get to know ourselves better."
"I learned that everyone has something of depth to contribute to a discussion and that can impact another person's growth and development. Whether it's a group of educators or students giving each other a platform and space to explore ideas can be an invaluable process. Be patient. Things may not happen immediately but if you stick with it and don't 'force' things, it's pretty impressive what will unfold."
