Torah Academy of Boca Raton Hosts Inspiring Professional Development with Rabbi Yaakov Horowitz

Torah Academy of Boca Raton recently hosted a professional development program for its faculty, featuring renowned mechanech Rabbi Yaakov Horowitz. The sessions offered practical strategies and profound insights from his decades of experience in education.

In the first session, Dealing with Classroom Disruptions, Rabbi Horowitz shared a powerful story about using natural consequences instead of punishment, teaching the importance of fostering growth through discipline. He also emphasized the need for clear rules and maintaining composure in the classroom.

In Becoming Their Favorite Teacher, Rabbi Horowitz stressed the importance of personal connection, advising educators to celebrate students’ individuality and engage in genuine conversations.

The final session, Tween and Teen Transitions, focused on understanding adolescent behavior, encouraging teachers to create open, judgment-free spaces for communication.

Throughout the day, Rabbi Horowitz inspired educators to approach every interaction with warmth and creativity, reminding them that the seeds they plant today can have a lasting impact.