The Professional Learning Committee is excited to announce our three-part Summer Series, "Using AI in Jewish Educational Settings." These sessions will be open to ARJE members to attend in full or part, focusing on both the ethical issues of using AI and providing practical skills you can utilize as you prepare for the coming year. AI is an ever-increasing presence in our digital technologies. These expert presenters will provide insight into how they are currently enhancing their work through AI tools. They will offer participants the opportunity to explore these tools while leading thoughtful discussions on the challenges and benefits that come with AI.
The Professional Learning Committee is committed to offering these sessions this summer as well as a full schedule of pertinent, useful, and engaging programs in the 2026-2027 year. If you are interested in joining the committee or have program ideas, please reach out to committee chair Kevin Kleinman - kkleinman@mlrt.org
ARJE members are encouraged to join us on one or all of these sessions. Recordings will be available through the ARJE Member Portal.
AI Sessions:
Session 1: AI and Jewish Texts with Rabbanit Sara Wolkenfeld, Sefaria
Date: June 9, 2026 -1:00pm-2:30pm EST
Session 2: Claude as a Co-Worker: Practical AI for Jewish Educators with Rabbi Danel Bogard
Date: June 16, 2026 - 1:00pm-2:30pm EST
*Rabbi Bogard recommends participants purchase in advance using Anthropic’s nonprofit pricing ($8/month for individuals, $40/month for teams). Click here for details.
Session 3: Why AI "Sucks", and What to do About it with Rabbi Dan Medwin
Date: June 23, 2026 - 1:00pm-2:30pm EST