“Thank you for everything! Your attention to detail, professionalism, administration, and balanced delivery of all material was extremely appreciated. This seminar was one of the most memorable experiences of my life.”

“I also gained a lot of new knowledge on the creation of the state of Israel and I am very impressed with the determination of the people to build this state. A profound admiration and respect for this country grew all along this trip.”

“The personal experiences shared with us by the survivors and historians were the most impactful aspect of the trip.  These stories help educators put a face to the countless individuals that were affected by the Holocaust.  Creating a human component in the lessons helps the students get past the overwhelming numbers associated with the Holocaust and focus on the stories of the individuals.”

“I am convinced that this unparalleled opportunity has given me additional tools and knowledge to better serve my students, colleagues, and community.  I look forward to begin this school year and eager to include the content of my learning into the curriculum.”

“We need not be saints to do the right thing – that is a most important message to impress upon students, because often they wonder how they can make a difference.  They think I am a nobody, what can I do? But if they look at some examples of the “Righteous among the Nations,” they will see that it begins with a belief that all people are human and should be given equal rights, and thus should be helped when need be.”

“I am now more determined than ever to extend to hundreds of others, the myriad facets of the Holocaust, and the importance it represents in the lexicon of Jewish history, future genocide prevention, human rights education and legislation, and at a most fundamental level, personal responsibility, one for the other.”

“… je peux maintenant affirmer que ces trois semaines à Yad Vashem ont changé ma vision du monde et m’ont donné le goût de m’investir à fond dans l’enseignement de l’Holocauste et dans le développement de la tolérance dans mon milieu.”

“I was surprised at how much I gained from every single lecture. Initially I didn’t think some topics would be relevant to my particular discipline or syllabus, but I discovered ideas and pedagogical strategies in every session that I can use in my classes throughout the academic year.”

“I truly had an experience of a lifetime in Israel. It was so much more than I could have ever imagined. The courses were very well organized and so informative and interesting. The tours and visits to the many different parts of the country were extraordinary.”

“These instructors brought the subject to life but with sensitivity and compassion, which I have always attempted to bring to my own classroom. … They were truly a group of brilliant scholars but also of master teachers.  They brought such a vast body of knowledge to our group, they were open to questions, and were adaptable in regards to discussing how this information could be shared with students of all age groups.”

“It was a huge privilege to learn from such eminent scholars and passionate contributors to our understanding of antisemitism and the Shoah. As a North American, I live in a fast-paced culture, but fast-paced learning is not necessarily the same as deeper learning. Thank you for the privilege of experiencing this unique opportunity to engage in a process of deeper learning!”