Day of Learning on Identifying and Addressing Antisemitism in Our Schools
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Westchester, NY
As antisemitism rises and conversations grow more polarized, educators and school leaders are being called upon in new and challenging ways. This dynamic full-day program is your opportunity to gain the understanding, confidence, and practical tools to respond — thoughtfully and effectively.
Designed for superintendents, principals, DEI professionals, classroom educators, PTO Chairs, School Board Members, and anyone shaping school culture.
We strongly encourage teams from the same school or district to attend together.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:00 PMPurchase College
735 Anderson Hill Road
Purchase, NY 10577, USA
Free of charge
During the day, you will:
- Learn how antisemitism has transformed over time — and what that means today
- Examine how social media fuels the spread of antisemitism among young people
- Develop a more nuanced understanding of the Israel-Hamas war
- Explore practical strategies for addressing antisemitism in your school community
- Engage with experts, case studies, and your peers, so that you leave with both knowledge and a network.
Questions: contact Tami Arnowitz, tami@wjcouncil.org or 609-923-7519.
Schedule
| Time | Session | Presenter |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30-9:00 AM | Breakfast & check-in | |
| 9:00-9:10 AM | Welcome & Goals for the Day | Tamar Arnowitz, Westchester Jewish Council Tali Strom, UJA Federation of New York Rachel Fish, PhD, Brandeis University & Boundless |
| 9:10-10:30 AM | Antisemitism and Its Manifestations | Rachel Fish, PhD |
| 10:30-10:40 AM | Break | |
| 10:40 AM - 12:00 PM | Facing History: Deconstructing Antisemitic Memes: Helping Students Critically View Online Hate | Daniel Braunfeld, Facing History and Ourselves |
| 12:00-12:15 PM | Processing & Debrief |
Rachel Fish, PhD |
| 12:15-1:15 PM | Lunch |
|
| 1:15-2:35 PM | Exploring the Israel-Hamas Conflict | Bar Guzi, PhD, Brandeis University & Boundless |
| 2:35-3:20 PM | Case Studies | Rachel Fish, PhD Bar Guzi, PhD |
| 3:20-3:30 PM | Break | |
| 3:30-3:50 PM | Application & Next Steps | Rachel Fish, PhD Bar Guzi, PhD |
| 3:50-4:00 PM | Conclusion | |
Presented by Brandeis University’s President’s Initiative on Antisemitism and Boundless, in partnership with Westchester Jewish Council and UJA-Federation of New York.
