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Evolving tradition

Efforts to update Hebrew school reflect wider changes, temples say

Brenda Edelman leads a Tuesday afternoon Hebrew school class at Newton’s Congregation Mishkan Tefila, where real-world activities are emphasized in an effort to keep students interested. (Globe Staff / Michele McDonald) Brenda Edelman leads a Tuesday afternoon Hebrew school class at Newton’s Congregation Mishkan Tefila, where real-world activities are emphasized in an effort to keep students interested.
By Hinda Mandell
Globe Correspondent / June 12, 2008

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It's well accepted in the Jewish community that children are not exactly banging down doors to attend Hebrew school. (Full article: 1219 words)

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