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Chidush - Sweetening Jewish Education

The Chidush Award recognizes Boulder Educators who design and implement creative and innovative Jewish educational experiences that have a lasting impact on their students. The award is sponsored by the Weaver Family Foundation, in cooperation with the Colorado Agency for Jewish Education and the Boulder Jewish Community Foundation.

Are you a creative thinker?
An inspiring teacher?
We’re looking for you …
Please consider submitting your innovative teaching ideas for inclusion in Boulder’s teacher resource center at HaSifria. Those whose ideas are selected for inclusion will receive:

  • A $360 stipend to help compensate you for your time and efforts sharing your innovative ideas for the benefit of the community.
  • A donation of $180 made in your name to the Boulder Jewish non-profit organization of your choice.
  • A donation of $180 made in your name to HaSifria to purchase curriculum materials.
  • An honor at the Chidush Event on April 22, 2004.

The first award cycle occurred during the academic year 2001-2002. Read about the 2002 Chidush Award Ceremony. For more information, see the Interview and the History by Fran Weaver.

Chidush 2003-04 Applicant Information.

Read Chidush awards 'a push' for educators  By Kathryn Bernheimer

View our past Chidush award winners!