Rhonda Rosenheck

Yiddische Yoga author and recovering Jewish educator writes, edits & speaks. She was over-educated/alphabetized at SUNY-B, HC, HU, MTEI, SHI, JTS, & DSLTI.

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Rhonda earned an MA in Jewish Education at JTS. She studied at Hebrew College, Hebrew U, Shalom Hartman Institute, Elul, Mandel Teacher Educator Institute, & Day School Leadership Training Institute. Rhonda now copyedits, writes, and speaks. Her new children’s book series promotes acceptance of diversity as ordinary and expected and celebrates wondering about the world.

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OY and Om: A Farcical Life of Judaism and Yoga

Despite early hopes that she become a normal, if shy, person, author & recovering Jewish educator Rhonda Rosenheck is unconventional. Her achievements are many; her love life’s a mess. Topics may include: lessons from her mother; what she learned about Jews by “leading” their schools; and how a cartoon book became her greatest contribution to Jewish culture. Also, there'll be chair yoga.

Ben Sorer u'Moreh: What the Rabbis Understood -- and Didn't -- about the "Rebellious" Child

When seeking Rabbinic wisdom that turns Torah on its head, there's no richer source than The Rebellious Child. You'll discern their views on such still-debated issues as nature vs. nurture and effective parenting. You'll see their compassion, fatalism, optimism, and nuanced understanding of humanity. Then you'll discover something the Talmud never imagined! No Hebrew or Talmud study skills needed.

Miriam and the Women Danced: Exodus Retold

It's right there, the women's tale, obscured by the Cecil B. DeMille epic in our Haggadahs and imaginations. It tells a radically different story than "Good vs. Evil" starring Angry God, Unfeeling Villain, and Mild-Mannered Superhero. Together, we'll follow the glimmering strands of feminine leadership that start in the Torah and weave their way through midrash into new practice. No Hebrew needed.

What is it with Kids Today?

Who are these hormonally unstable cyborgs invading our homes, synagogues, and classrooms with taciturn demeanors, down-turned eyes, and electronic appendages? And then there are the teenagers! Facilitated differently for parents, teachers, community members, or a mix, this workshop addresses the challenges of youth engagement in Jewish, family and community life, offering insight and solutions.

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Comedy

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I recall a lesson you designed and demonstrated, using the text in the parasha, to teach sexual responsibility to teens. It was thrilling, fun and invigorating! Not to mention educational and thought provoking.
— Erica Goldman-Brodie, Attendeee, JTS Retreat, NYC

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Articles

Reinventing Rhonda Mid-life adventures of an energetic fatigued woman. 9 March, 2015:

A Religious Experience at the Attorney's Office

HAYIDION: THE RAVSAK JOURNAL 9 March, 2012:

Olami / Personal Essay: How to Survive Cancer at a Jewish Day School

Journal of Jewish Education 21 August, 2006:

A TALE OF TWO TEACHERS: Portraits of Jewish Educators

The Ultimate Jewish Teacher's Handbook 2 August, 2003:

Collaborative Curriculum Development

Modern Hebrew 12 June, 1996:

Review of “Handbook of Hebrew Verbs”

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