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Discover Matan Katan!

Matan Katan is a comprehensive curriculum for Pre-K through 1st grade, designed specifically for congregational schools and built to support all learners.

Curious to learn more? Join our FREE Virtual Information Session on July 13 from 1:00–1:30 PM ET to explore the curriculum and ask questions.

Register here: https://mataninc.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F48075

And don't forget - all Matan curricula are 10% off through July 17!

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Today, on Juneteenth, Matan honors the ongoing pursuit of freedom and justice for all.

Matan is honored to share that our Executive Director, Meredith Englander Polsky, has been selected to the eighth cohort of Elluminate's Collective.

The Collective is a unique platform for Jewish women leaders to amplify their leadership, gain increased visibility, develop professional skills, grow their networks, and engage with philanthropists devoted to social change.

We are excited for Meredith to learn alongside and build relationships with the other incredible leaders in this year's cohort, and we look forward to bringing those insights back to Matan and the communities we serve.

Mazal Tov, Meredith!

Explore Matan’s Inclusion-Focused Curricula This July!

Join us for a series of FREE Virtual Info Sessions and get an inside look at Matan’s ready-to-use curricula designed to help Jewish educators create more inclusive learning environments.

July 13 - 1:00–1:30 PM ET
Matan Katan: An inclusive Pre-K–1st grade religious school curriculum.

July 14 -1:00–1:30 PM ET
Teen Training Curriculum: An inclusive madrichim training curriculum for religious schools.

July 15 - 1:00–1:30 PM ET
B’nai Mitzvah Inclusion Guide: Creating meaningful B’nai Mitzvah experiences for every student.

Plus, all Matan curricula are 10% off through July 17!
https://mataninc.app.neoncrm.com/giftstore.jsp

Register for one, two, or all three sessions:
https://mataninc.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F48075

Matan is excited to be at the SRE Network Convening today and tomorrow!

If you're attending, be sure to say hello to Meredith Englander Polsky, Matan's Executive Director, and catch Matan Consultant Rabbi Ruti Regan on the panel:

Who Can Thrive? Disability, Class, and Gender in Jewish Communal Work

We're looking forward to connecting with colleagues, learning together, and continuing important conversations about belonging, accessibility, and inclusion in Jewish communal life.

If you're at the convening, come find us and say hello!

Congratulations to the 2026 The Covenant Foundation Award recipients: Dr. Jonah Hassenfeld, Rabbi Charles Savenor, and Joey Weisenberg!

These exceptional Jewish educators are being recognized for their lasting contributions to Jewish learning, leadership, and community building.

We are especially excited to celebrate Rabbi Charlie Savenor, a longtime friend of Matan and advocate for inclusion and belonging in Jewish education.

Mazal tov to all three honorees on this well-deserved recognition!

It's always great to be back at Congregation Rodeph Sholom in NYC!

Yesterday, Matan’s Michelle Steinhart presented “Social Emotional Learning for Neurodivergent Learners.” We love the opportunity to partner with a community that is deeply committed to ensuring all learners can thrive in its congregational school.

As schools begin planning for next year, Matan is here to help with professional development on disability inclusion, neurodiversity, behavior, sensory needs, differentiated instruction, and more.

Learn more about our workshops and training opportunities: https://mataninc.org/matan-workshops-and-trainings/

Back with another staff spotlight - and this time, it’s Lauren!

Meet Lauren Fredman, Matan’s Programs & Partnerships Manager, Early Childhood & Youth Initiatives, based in Salt Lake City, Utah. We’re excited to have Lauren on the team!

Join Rabbi Lauren Tuchman and Or HaLev - Center for Jewish Spirituality & Meditation for a virtual training session that teaches meditation leaders how to create more accessible and inclusive spaces for people with disabilities.

*Monday, June 15
*12-1pm ET / 9-10AM PT

This session will offer practical tools and insights for fostering greater accessibility, belonging, and participation in meditation communities.

Learn more and register: https://www.orhalev.net/disability-training-session

We’re excited to welcome over 90 Jewish leaders and community members next week for an important conversation about disability inclusion in Jewish life.

In this free webinar, we’ll explore key findings from Matan’s report, Closing the Inclusion Gap, and discuss what it takes to move from good intentions to meaningful, sustainable inclusion.

The webinar will include a live Q&A with Meredith Englander Polsky, Matan’s Executive Director

*Wednesday, June 17
*1:00-2:00 PM ET / 10:00-11:00 AM PT

If you’ve been thinking about attending, now is a great time to register. We’d love to have you join us.
https://mataninc.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F45428