Rabbi Jacob Pressman Academy of Temple Beth Am
Julie Schimmel is an experienced Jewish Educator with a career spanning over three decades. Since September 2002, Julie has been teaching third-grade Judaic studies Hebrew immersion classes at Pressman Academy, along with participating in curriculum writing. In addition to this role, Julie has been involved in Jewish education since 1991, having served as a principal of Religious Schools, a teacher in Religious Schools, and a Day School teacher. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership at Gratz College, Julie previously earned a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Administration as well as a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Jewish Education and Jewish Studies from American Jewish University.
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Rabbi Jacob Pressman Academy of Temple Beth Am
Pressman Academy is an innovative and engaging learning environment dedicated to developing minds, nurturing hearts and instilling Jewish values. Located in the Pico-Robertson area of Los Angeles, and with approximately 500 students in ECC through eighth grade, Pressman Academy is known for its Blue Ribbon academics, Hebrew immersion, visual and performing arts, and for its haimish value system. Teachers, staff and administrators at Pressman Academy work with a child-centered focus, bringing a warm connection to each parent, student and staff relationship. Curriculum and pedagogy are guided by developmentally-appropriate approaches, with a focus on the whole-child. Professional learning stands as the bedrock of our work; faculty engage in extensive professional development and reflective practice to support their work with children. Pressman Academy is affiliated with Temple Beth Am, a Conservative Jewish congregation that takes pride in our reputation as a warm and caring multi-generational synagogue family. The congregation encourages personal, spiritual, and intellectual growth as well as active communal involvement through dynamic, spiritual, educational, and social experiences.