July 11-13 | 22 PDUs
The goal of Holocaust education is to prevent future genocides and other experiences of identity-based violence. However, since the Holocaust, we’ve witnessed numerous genocides and in recent years a rise in antisemitism and other forms of identity-based violence. Therefore, we must rethink how we teach about this history and move beyond teaching directly about the Holocaust as one siloed unit at one grade level to teaching applicable lessons of the Holocaust, at all grade levels.
The Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education serves educators across the state who teach about the Holocaust, Jewish history and culture, and human rights. While our physical space is located in Portland, we’ve restructured our learning resources and opportunities so that no matter where educators are in the state, they can access and request our materials and programs.
This three-day program is for 4th – 12th grade educators in Jackson, Josephine, Douglas, Lane, Linn, and Benton counties.
Over the course of the program, educators will:
- Learn about or expand their knowledge of Oregon’s Holocaust and Genocide education requirement and grade level appropriate topics
- Increase their ability to facilitate meaningful lessons around complex and difficult history
- Explore curricular strategies and classroom-ready resources that highlight local connections
- Develop a network of educators, along with OJMCHE, who will support their work in the classroom
Selected educators will receive two nights (July 11 and 12) accommodation, two breakfasts, three lunches, and one dinner. Additionally, selected participants agree to organize a student learning opportunity with OJMCHE during the 2023-2024 school year.
Applications must be received by April 28, 2023. Selected participants will be notified by May 5, 2023.
This program is generously funded by The Gail Schwartz and Irwin Joseph Family Fund for Holocaust Education in Memory of Ardine Spira and in Honor of Vicki and Charles Spira.