Flora Kupferman, BJE's Special Education Consultant, is available to assist you with finding appropriate and successful Jewish educational opportunities for children with disabilities. She will work with you to find the right school or program and will provide resources and support to principals and teachers, as necessary.
Shabbat Weekend for Children with Disabilities and Their Families
May 23-25, 2008 at Camp Newman in Santa Rosa
Experience the joys of Jewish family camping in a nurturing, supportive and inclusive environment. Financial aid is available for children.
Activities for children with disabilities, their siblings, and their parents include singing, yoga, arts and crafts, hiking, swimming, Israeli folk dancing, "no shush" family Shabbat services and Havdallah, discussion/support groups, and outdoor games. A large staff ensures lots of individual attention and interaction.
Camp weekend is FULL.
Please contact Flora Kupferman to be put on the waiting list.
Download the weekend brochure for more details.
Click here to register online.
Contact Flora Kupferman, 415.751.6983 x 122 with questions.
Q: Are there opportunities for my child to participate in Jewish education in congregational and day schools?
A: Yes! Contact Flora Kupferman, 415.751.6983 x 122 to find out how and where.
Q: Does the BJE offer money to individual families for classroom aides or shadows?
A: Unfortunately, no, but there are other options to explore.
Q: Can a child with dyslexia learn to read Hebrew?
A: Yes! There are many great teaching techniques, and learning Hebrew can be a wonderful experience that boosts self-esteem.
Q: Can my child become Bar/Bat Mitzvah?
A: Yes! Many congregations have experience making this life-cycle event a lovely, positive time for your family. We can discuss how.
For more detailed answers, contact Flora Kupferman, 415.751.6983 x 122.
LD Online - Informative site about learning disabilities, filled with articles, news, research, ideas for teachers
Specialed.about.com - Large collection of articles about special education
Schwablearning.org A Parents' Guide to Helping Kids with Learning Difficulties
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities
Information Center on Disabilities and Gifted Education
