The true guardians of a community are the teachers.
Talmud (Bava Batra 21a)
The Jewish Educator of the Year Award is given annually to an individual who transforms how Jewish Kansas Citians learn. Applications are accepted from organizations and members of the public, and considered by a panel of the most recent recipients of the award. Ideal nominees
- Demonstrate outstanding dedication to their students and the Jewish values, traditions, history, and sense of identity they impart
- May work full-time, part-time, or volunteer in their capacity as an educator
- May work directly with students or oversee the implementation of an educational vision and/or program
- May work with any population within the Kansas City Jewish community
Recent recipients of the Jewish Educator of the Year award include
Sarah Markowitz Schreiber, JCRB|AJC, 2025
Marcia Rittmaster, Congregation Beth Torah, 2024
Judy Jacks Berman, Congregation Beth Shalom, 2023
Rabbi Berel Sosover, HBHA, 2022
Questions? Please contact Bridey Stangler, Family Engagement Manager at brideys@jewishkc.org
Applications will be accepted through
Wednesday, October 14, 2026.