THE NATIONAL VOICE
IN JEWISH SPECIAL EDUCATION
Matan educates Jewish leaders, educators and communities, empowering them to create learning environments supportive of children with special needs, through training Institutes and consultations across North America.
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13 Tips To Help Your Child With A Disability Succeed In Religious School Read
Posted on September 25, 2015 by Jennifer Lazlo Mizrahi
As someone with a disability myself, and who also knows what it means to parent a child with multiple disabilities, I’ve become an advocate for my children on so many fronts. Jewish education and involvement is no different. When it comes to disability and inclusion issues, despite good intentions, many Jewish institutions don’t even know what they don’t know. So
it is up to people with disabilities, and the people who love them, to educate and advocate for people with disabilities in Jewish life. This is especially true in the context of enabling children with disabilities to have full access to Jewish education. READ MORE
THE JEFFREY B. PLEVAN MEMORIAL FUND FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Jeffrey B. Plevan z"l was a consummate Jewish Professional remembered for his positive spirit & infectious personality. Diagnosed at an early age with severe delayed speech and language processing difficulties,
he possessed an inner drive to overcome life's obstacles. Jeff's life embodied the fulfillment of Reb Zusya's challenge - Jeff lived his life fully, reaching, indeed exceeding, his potential. May his memory be an inspiration for all who knew him, and for those for whom Judaism can help lead to a life worth living. READ MORE
UPCOMING INSTITUTES
Sunday, October 18, 2015
The Matan Institute is Matan’s flagship training program for Jewish professionals. An ongoing initiative, it builds upon Matan’s vision to change the landscape of Jewish education and its communal approach to children with special needs. READ MORE
The Learning Disabilities Association of America reports that
of the population has a learning disability.
15-20%
Approximately
ONE MILLION
children in the United States are Jewish.
It is safe to assume that the Jewish population mirrors
the general population; minimally,
200,000
school-aged Jewish children grapple with disabilities.
1 in 68 individuals
&
1 in 42 boys are diagnosed with Autism
