The Moriah School Podcast, hosted by head of school, Rabbi Daniel Alter The goal of this podcast is to provide Moriah parents with a meaningful behind-the-scenes look at the philosophy and values that shape Jewish education at The Moriah School. By inspiring ongoing dialogue, deepening understanding, and promoting a shared vision of the Moriah student experience, this podcast will further strengthen the foundation of our school community.
MoriahCast
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The Moriah School Podcast, hosted by head of school, Rabbi Daniel Alter The goal of this podcast is to provide Moriah parents with a meaningful behind-the-scenes look at the philosophy and values that shape Jewish education at The Moriah School. By inspiring ongoing dialogue, deepening understanding, and promoting a shared vision of the Moriah student experience, this podcast will further strengthen the foundation of our school community.
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8/25/2025
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March 13, 2026
All About Guidance
<p><strong>What Does a School Guidance Department Actually Do?</strong></p><p>R' Daniel Alter, Head of The Moriah School in Englewood, NJ, sits down with school psychologist Yael Krumerman and guidance counselors Yardena Brickman (middle school) and Tamara Dell (lower school) to pull back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood parts of a school.</p><p>They cover what social-emotional learning looks like day-to-day, from morning meetings and lunch groups in the lower school to advisory periods on empathy, digital citizenship, and bar/bat mitzvah etiquette in middle school. The conversation gets real about rising student anxiety, how they support executive functioning, and what the difference is between bullying and conflict (and why it matters).</p>
January 12, 2026
All About Calendars
<p>Decoding the School Calendar:</p><p> In this episode of MoriahCast, Rabbi Daniel Alter, delves into the intricacies behind the school calendar. From the start and end dates to holiday breaks and early dismissals, the episode delves into the historical context of summer vacations, considerations for educational effectiveness, and the broader ecosystem of family schedules and communal norms. Rabbi Alter also touches on the unique aspects of the Jewish day school calendar, the rationale behind professional development days, and the decision-making process for snow days. The podcast aims to provide parents, alumni, and the extended community with an insider’s perspective on why and how these decisions are made.</p>
November 25, 2025
All About Writing
<p>In this episode of MoriahCast, R' Alter dives into the crucial role of writing in education. Joined by Associate Principal Mrs. Tzipporah Boim and Lower School Director of Curriculum and Instruction Mrs. Zeva Adelsberg, they discuss the importance of reading and structured writing programs. The episode discusses how the Writing Revolution program is implemented at the Moriah School, focusing on the step-by-step development of writing skills from basic sentences to multi-paragraph essays. How grammar is taught contextually and the significance of integrating writing across various subjects. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of reading in enhancing writing skills and concludes with evaluating the success of the writing program through various benchmarks and feedback from graduates.</p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction</p><p>01:02 The Importance of Writing</p><p>03:40 The Writing Revolution Program</p><p>05:31 Teaching Writing Skills</p><p>16:26 Integrating Writing Across Curriculum</p><p>17:19 The Role of Reading in Writing</p><p>18:38 Evaluating Success in Writing</p><p>19:35 Conclusion</p>
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