Jewish Education Service of North America (JESNA)
Title: Jewish Education Service of North America (JESNA)
Inclusive Dates: 1940-1981
ID: RG 1184
Extent Information
20'; 48 bankers boxes
Administrative/Biographical History
Coordinating, planning and service agency for Jewish education in the U.S. Founded in New York in 1939 as the American Association for Jewish Education (AAJE), adopting its new name in 1981. Services Jewish educational institutions through a network of national organizations and bureaus of Jewish education. Sponsored the National Curriculum Research Institute, National Board of License and other projects. Conducts statistical and educational surveys, organizes conferences and provides placement services.
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